Patient's question:
The child has a cough and shortness of breath. No history of allergies, the clinic gave injections of Ganoderma lucidum, oral solution of ambroxol hydrochloride, cefixime nanoparticles, and viral control. Are these treatments for pneumonia?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, it may be that the child has bronchopneumonia. It is necessary to conduct a detailed and thorough examination to confirm the diagnosis, and then actively treat it. First, appropriate diet should be maintained, and nursing care should be enhanced to prevent adverse effects. Digestion of vitamin C and other nutrients should be promoted. For viral infections, drugs such as virazole and xylazine can be used, supplemented with symptomatic treatment. For cough, dextromethorphan and aterol can be used, and for shortness of breath, theophylline can be administered. Most cases can improve, but specific treatment should follow the guidance of clinical diagnosis physicians.