Patient's question:
Can everyone prevent pneumonia? Today I went to the hospital to treat my baby, and I saw many parents taking their children to see pneumonia. There are quite a lot of children getting pneumonia! My little one is also about to be born, and I'm very worried. Can pneumonia be prevented?Medical history and effectiveness of previous treatment: Today I went to the hospital to treat my baby, and I saw many parents taking their children to see pneumonia. There are quite a lot of children getting pneumonia! My little one is also about to be born, and I'm very worried. Can pneumonia be prevented?
What kind of assistance do you need: Today I went to the hospital to treat my baby, and I saw many parents taking their children to see pneumonia. There are quite a lot of children getting pneumonia! My little one is also about to be born, and I'm very worried. Can pneumonia be prevented?
Doctor's answer:
Preventive measures can be taken, but babies have low immunity. They are easily infected by highly contagious bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae. Streptococcus pneumoniae is one of the most common bacteria causing pneumonia in children, so it is crucial to take preventive measures for young children. Don't wait until they are sick to start worrying. It is essential to prepare in advance. It is recommended to get the 7-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, which is currently the only vaccine available for infants and toddlers under 2 years old to prevent pneumococcal diseases.