Patient's question:
My daughter accidentally got infected with a cold at school and had a fever for several days. Yesterday, the doctor told me that she had viral pneumonia and needed to be hospitalized for treatment.Doctor, how serious is viral pneumonia? Should my daughter be hospitalized? Thank you!
Doctor's answer:
First, viral pneumonia is caused by a viral infection. Hospitalization in the pediatric department is required for treatment. Oral medications are generally used in conjunction with intravenous infusion. If there is phlegm, you can also use a nebulizer. The main goal is to prevent respiratory failure and heart failure caused by pneumonia, which is the key to treatment. The course of the disease is approximately two weeks. Let the child drink more water, pay attention to keeping warm, and avoid catching a cold. You can also eat some vegetables and fruits appropriately.