Patient's question:
My baby is three weeks and three months old. She has started to have a fever with mild coughing. After going to the hospital for a thorough examination, it was found that she had pneumonia and mycoplasma infection. She received intravenous fluids for five days, and the fever subsided. Later, a urine test showed negative for pneumonia and mycoplasma. The doctor prescribed medication, and after taking it for two days following the IV treatment, she still coughs. Now, it has been six days since the IV treatment, and she is still coughing. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Endure and cooperate during treatment. Acute phase treatment for pneumonia generally requires 10-14 days, while complete recovery usually takes 1-3 months. Always maintain fresh indoor air, frequently open windows for ventilation. Open windows at least twice a day for 20 minutes each time to reduce the risk of respiratory infections. Keep the indoor temperature and humidity suitable, with a room temperature of 22-25 degrees Celsius and humidity of 50%-60%. Lastly, let the child stay away from public places as much as possible, especially during cold seasons. Avoid taking them to crowded public places like shopping malls or convenience stores, and do not visit sick people to prevent cross-infection.