How to treat pneumonia

Patient's question:

My son's doctor said he has mild pneumonia. After asking you, I followed your advice and had a chest X-ray, which showed no problems. However, the doctor also prescribed anti-inflammatory medication, starting with cephalexin, and then switching to another anti-inflammatory when the coughing reduced, which is now almost gone. Three days later, they added another medication. I'm concerned about whether it's necessary to use such strong drugs. Money is not a big deal, but using these medications on such a young child could lead to the development of antibodies in the future, and since the coughing is almost gone, I asked the doctor. They said he still needs to be given intravenous fluids (the total treatment will last for a week) and that pneumonia at least needs a week to recover. They also said that using these medications for a week will not cause the development of antibodies. What I want to ask is

Doctor's answer:

Hello:
1. Treatment requires a sufficient course of therapy.
2. To avoid the development of drug resistance, sensitive antibiotics can be chosen.
3. The specific recovery time depends on clinical symptoms and test results.
4. How to prevent and treat children's pneumonia
Children have low resistance to diseases and poor adaptability to the environment. If they develop pneumonia, it tends to be more severe, so prevention must be taken seriously. Infants should be kept away from external contacts as much as possible to avoid cross-infection. If family members have colds or other respiratory infections, they should be isolated from the infant as much as possible. When feeding, be careful to avoid choking, spilling milk, and vomiting, and prevent milk, food, and vomit from being inhaled into the lungs. Provide the necessary and sufficient nutrition based on the child's age and physical development, and add complementary foods such as vegetables, soy products, meat, and eggs in a timely and appropriate manner. Actively prevent and treat rickets, as it has a close relationship with the occurrence, severity, and treatment effectiveness of pneumonia. Engage in outdoor activities more often, exercise, and practice adapting to cold climates. Get more sunlight, keep the indoor air fresh, and prevent colds and influenza. Ensure all vaccinations are up to date to enhance the immune response of the respiratory system to pathogens.
After pneumonia, timely treatment is crucial.
Although pneumonia poses a threat to children's health and life, it can be avoided with active prevention. If it does occur, early detection and treatment under the guidance of a doctor or by seeking medical attention at a hospital can lead to a rapid recovery and full cure.