Patient's question:
My child had a slight cold a few days ago and has been coughing ever since. The medicine hasn't been very effective, and they still have a low-grade fever. We took them to a hospital in the town, and the diagnosis was pneumonia. They are now getting IV treatment to recover. How long will it take for my child to fully recover from pediatric pneumonia?Doctor's answer:
Children with pneumonia undergoing intravenous treatment only need to percuss the lungs without dry or wet rales, and a few coughs are not abnormal. Generally, coughing still requires some time to fully recover. During this period, antibiotics can be stopped and only lung-cleaning and blood-cooling medications can be taken. Full recovery depends on individual differences and the time needed. It is important to maintain adequate hydration in the diet for digestion and to observe carefully for a few days. In terms of diet, you can consume pear water with rock sugar. Always maintain indoor humidity and temperature to prevent air dryness.