Patient's question:
Friend's baby has been having high fever and cough recently, so they immediately went to the pediatric respiratory department to see the doctor. The doctor's diagnosis was that the lungs need to be treated. I heard from others that pneumonia has several types. The friend wants to know what type of pneumonia the baby has so they can treat it accordingly.Hello, what are the most common types of pneumonia in children?
Doctor's answer:
Pneumonia is mainly caused by:1. Bacterial pneumonia brought by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
2. Viral pneumonia brought by Adenovirus, Influenza virus, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and Measles virus.
3. Mycoplasma pneumonia.
4. Chlamydia pneumonia.
5. Fungal pneumonia.
It is recommended to follow medical advice and consult a doctor to determine the appropriate treatment plan. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery!