What are the complications of pneumonia in children?

Complications of pneumonia in children usually include otitis media, post-pneumonia syndrome, pneumothorax, meningitis, etc.

Complications of pneumonia in children:

1. Otitis media: Pneumonia is a lung infection caused by bacteria, viruses or other microorganisms. If the baby's immunity is low, infection with pathogenic bacteria may cause inflammatory lesions in the lung tissue. During treatment, the inflammation may worsen and affect the middle ear, causing the baby to develop inflammatory lesions in the middle ear.

2. Post-pneumonia syndrome: Post-pneumonia syndrome refers to a series of symptoms that occur in babies after pneumonia treatment, including fever, rash and joint pain. The above symptoms usually appear within 1-3 weeks after pneumonia treatment and may require special treatment.

3. Pneumothorax: Pneumothorax refers to air entering the cavity between the lungs and the chest wall, causing lung tissue to collapse. Babies with pneumothorax may need emergency treatment.

4. Meningitis: If the pathogens that cause pneumonia are not controlled and eliminated in time, they may invade the baby's central nervous system and cause meningitis, causing the baby to have symptoms such as fever, headache, convulsions of the limbs, and impaired consciousness.

Things to note for children with pneumonia:

The above complications do not necessarily occur in all babies with pneumonia, but if the baby's condition worsens or other unusual symptoms occur, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. Timely diagnosis and treatment can reduce the occurrence and severity of complications.