How to treat recurrent fever in children with pneumonia

Children with pneumonia and recurrent fever need to see a doctor as soon as possible, as it may be related to persistent inflammation or complications of the disease. Once the cause is diagnosed in a timely manner, medication (such as antibiotics), physical cooling, supportive treatment, and other methods can be used to relieve symptoms and promote recovery.

1. Cause analysis

For children with pneumonia and recurrent fever, the main causes include incomplete control of the infection, weak resistance, improper treatment or the occurrence of complications.

- Infection is not completely controlled: Pneumonia caused by bacteria or viruses may not be completely eliminated during treatment, leading to repeated attacks and may develop into a chronic respiratory infection.

- Weak immunity: Children’s immune systems are not fully developed, especially premature babies or children with long-term illnesses, who are more likely to have relapses during treatment.

- Impact of complications: Pneumonia may cause complications such as pleural effusion and lung abscess, which in turn leads to persistent fever, which is a manifestation of inadequate or delayed treatment.

2. Treatment Methods

According to the condition and cause of the disease, the following solutions are mainly recommended:

1) Drug treatment

- Antibiotic treatment: Most bacterial pneumonias require regular antibiotic treatment. Parents must strictly follow the doctor's instructions to complete the course of treatment without interruption, otherwise it may lead to drug resistance or recurrence. Commonly used drugs include amoxicillin, cephalosporin antibiotics, etc.

- Antiviral drugs: If viral pneumonia is confirmed, antiviral drugs such as ribavirin can be used to help the child's immune system control the virus.

- Antitussive and expectorant drugs: such as ambroxol and children's cough suppressants, etc., can help reduce the accumulation of sputum in the lungs, improve lung ventilation function, and thus relieve symptoms.

2) Physical cooling

To lower the body temperature, warm water baths and cold compresses on the forehead can be used to help children stay comfortable and avoid convulsions caused by high fever. However, care should be taken to avoid using alcohol to wipe, so as not to affect the child's skin or cause adverse reactions.

3) Supportive care

- Oxygen therapy: If pneumonia causes a child to have significant breathing difficulties or hypoxia, oxygen therapy is required in the hospital.

- Strengthen nutrition: High heat consumption will reduce children's physical strength. Appropriate supplementation with fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins A and C, such as carrots and tomatoes, will increase protein intake and help enhance immunity.

-Humidification and ventilation: Keep the air in the bedroom moist, use a humidifier or let your child drink more warm water to reduce airway irritation caused by dryness.

3. When should you seek medical attention immediately?

If the child shows persistent high fever (more than 3 days), difficulty breathing, purple lips, lethargy, etc., he should be sent to the doctor as soon as possible to avoid missing the opportunity for treatment.

Pneumonia has a great impact on children's physical health. The key is early diagnosis, early treatment, and close observation following the doctor's advice to completely control the disease and reduce the risk of recurrence.