Patient's question:
Hello! My son is 18 days old. Today, at the children's hospital, he was diagnosed with pneumonia. The doctor said it's best to be hospitalized for treatment. Could you please tell me how long it usually takes to stay in the hospital? What is neonatal pneumonia? How much will the hospitalization cost? Will there be any long-term effects?Doctor's answer:
Pneumonia is a common and frequently occurring disease in children. It can occur throughout the year. However, it is more common during the cold seasons of winter and spring, as well as during sudden changes in weather. The onset of this disease can be rapid or slow, but acute cases are more common. It is primarily spread through upper respiratory infections and bronchitis. It can also be secondary to respiratory infectious diseases, such as measles and whooping cough. This disease poses a significant threat to children's health. It usually requires intravenous treatment, and fosfomycin can be tried. Hospitalization costs are generally around 4,000 yuan, and discharge is typically possible after about two weeks.