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As parents, a little bit of wind and grass on our children is enough to make us nervous. Especially when a child has a persistent cough, we can't help but worry: Is this pneumonia? Pneumonia is a serious respiratory disease, which makes children suffer a lot and parents are even more distressed. Today, we will talk about how to tell if it is pneumonia when a child has a persistent cough, and provide you with some dry advice.
1. Three typical symptoms of pneumonia.
1.Persistent cough.
As mentioned at the beginning of the article, a child's persistent cough is a typical symptom of pneumonia. However, this alone does not confirm the diagnosis, and we need to observe other symptoms.
2.Shortness of breath and difficulty breathing.
Children with pneumonia often show shortness of breath and difficulty breathing because the inflammation causes the lung tissues to swell, affecting gas exchange. At this time, parents can observe the child's breathing rate and count the number of breaths per minute so that abnormalities can be detected in time.
3.Fever.
Most children with pneumonia will have fever symptoms, with a body temperature of up to 38-39 degrees Celsius, accompanied by chills, headache, and malaise. It should be noted that not all children with pneumonia will have fever, and some children have cough as the main symptom and no obvious fever.
2. How can I tell if my child has pneumonia?
1.Observe the duration of cough.
In general, the cough caused by the common cold does not last too long, about a week or so. Whereas, pneumonia cough lasts longer, at least for more than a week. If your child's cough lasts more than a week and symptoms get progressively worse, suspicion of pneumonia is high.
2.Observe the nature of the cough.
Pneumonia cough often presents as an irritating dry cough with a small amount of sputum. On the other hand, the common cold cough is accompanied by phlegm, and the nature of the phlegm may vary, such as thin, sticky, etc.
3.Pay attention to your child's mental state.
Children with pneumonia often have poor mental status, loss of appetite, and fatigue. Children with the common cold, although they also feel unwell, are in a relatively good mental state and eat normally.
4.Seek medical check-ups.
If it is difficult for parents to determine whether their child has pneumonia, it is best to seek medical attention in time and confirm the diagnosis through a doctor's professional examination. Chest X-rays, blood tests, and other tests can help doctors determine whether your child has pneumonia.
3. Dry goods suggestions: how to prevent and care for children with pneumonia.
1.Strengthens immunity.
The occurrence of pneumonia has a lot to do with children's low immunity, so parents should pay attention to improving their children's immunity. Eating a reasonable diet, getting enough sleep, and exercising moderately are all effective means to improve immunity.
2.Take care of your respiratory tract.
Keep the room well ventilated and avoid your child's exposure to irritating substances such as smoke and dust. When the weather is cold, wear a mask for your child to prevent colds.
3.Pay attention to your diet.
The diet of children with pneumonia is light and easy to digest, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and ensure adequate water intake. Avoid spicy, greasy, irritating foods for your child.
4.Get your vaccinations on time.
In accordance with China's children's vaccination procedures, children should be vaccinated in a timely manner to prevent pneumonia and other related diseases.
5.Keep an eye on changes in your condition.
Parents should pay close attention to the changes in their child's condition, such as worsening cough, dyspnea, fever, etc., and seek medical attention in time. Under the guidance of a doctor, standardize ** and medication.
In short, if the child continues to cough, parents should be alert to the possibility of pneumonia. By observing your child's typical symptoms, you can find them in time and seek medical attention for diagnosis. At the same time, do a good job of prevention and care to create a healthy living environment for children. I wish the children a healthy growth!
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