Patient's question:
Dear expert, my daughter is now 64 days old. At 35 days, she was hospitalized for pneumonia and underwent an echocardiogram, which revealed a congenital heart defect. There is a 4.8mm atrial septal defect (ASD, type) and a 6mm ventricular septal defect (VSD, type). She also has moderate pulmonary hypertension. The doctor recommended surgery at one year of age. During her pneumonia hospitalization, she stayed for 10 days, and when discharged, she still had a cough with phlegm. The doctor prescribed a 5-day course of cefixime granules, stating that the pneumonia was under control and she could be discharged. The medication was intended to completely eliminate the inflammation. However, since her discharge, nearly 20 days have passed, and her cough has not improved—it seems she can't cough out anything (her sleep, feeding, and overall condition are still good, and she has clearly gained weight. Since coming home, we have been keeping the house ventilated.Doctor's answer:
This child with congenital heart disease is generally weaker in health, so they are prone to catching colds. It's important to take cold medicine promptly for treatment.The child is affected by neonatal diseases, so parents must take them to the hospital immediately for treatment to avoid various misunderstandings. It's essential to provide symptomatic treatment in a timely manner. For parents, it's crucial to closely monitor the child's condition and do their best to help the child receive timely medical treatment.