Question
A 17-month-old baby has been diagnosed with bronchial pneumonia and has been undergoing antibiotic treatment for nine days, including ceftriaxone for the first six days and azithromycin for the last three days. The baby is currently receiving nebulizer therapy. Although the baby’s mental state and appetite are good, the coughing has varied, sometimes mild and sometimes severe, accompanied by wheezing. The patient wants to know if it is possible to stop the antibiotic treatment.
Answer
Bronchial pneumonia is quite common in young children, especially during winter and seasonal changes. It may be accompanied by symptoms such as fever, cough, fatigue, decreased appetite, and difficulty breathing. Although the baby’s current condition seems stable, antibiotic treatment should continue under the guidance of a doctor until complete recovery. Nebulizer therapy can continue, but stopping any medication treatment must be done under medical supervision.