Patient's question:
My friend's baby is three months old. They had a cough yesterday and felt unwell, but they didn't have a fever. Today, the cough has worsened. Is it pneumonia? What could be the cause?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, it can be considered that you have an upper respiratory infection. Upper respiratory infection is a general term for acute inflammation of the nose, throat, or larynx. The common pathogens are viruses, and only a few are caused by bacteria. It is recommended to get more rest. If you have a headache or fever, you can take appropriate antipyretic and analgesic drugs. You can go to the hospital outpatient department for a complete blood count to understand the white blood cell count and see the severity of the infection. In daily life, you should drink more boiling water and recommend doing more sports regularly, which can enhance your physical fitness and also improve your immunity.