Patient's question:
On the 17th day of birth, I noticed a stuffy nose, coughing, sneezing, and yellow nasal discharge within the first two days. Sometimes, I could hear sounds while feeding. The hospital took an X-ray and said it was pneumonia. I just want to ask how long newborn pneumonia usually needs to be treated before discharge, and whether an X-ray is absolutely necessary to make a diagnosis?Doctor's answer:
Hello, I'm glad to help you; according to your description, the symptoms of a newborn should be pneumonia, but pneumonia has many types because there are many kinds of bacteria and viruses. The bacteria should be different, and the treatment time should also be different. It is recommended to actively cooperate with the doctor to prevent other complications. As for whether it is necessary, there is no need for an X-ray, just need to see if the symptoms disappear. If you still feel uneasy, it is recommended to go to the hospital for medical treatment to see what is causing it.