What symptom does the pneumonia of the child have?

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Infantile pneumonia is a common disease in infants. It is common in winter and spring in northern China, and it is a common cause of infant death. Pneumonia is pulmonary inflammation caused by pathogen infection or inhalation of amniotic fluid and oil and allergic reaction. The main clinical manifestations are fever, cough, shortness of breath, dyspnea and pulmonary rales. What symptom does the pneumonia of the child have? Next, I'd like to share my views with you.

What symptom does the pneumonia of the child have?

The symptoms and signs of respiratory tract are superficial and rapid, the nasal wings are agitated, and some children may have mild cyanosis around the mouth and fingernails. Pulmonary signs may not be obvious in the early stage, and small and medium blisters can be heard later. When combined with pleural effusion, percussion sound and / or respiratory sound disappeared.

Infantile pneumonia is often accompanied by cardiac insufficiency. Congestive heart failure should be considered if the heart rate increases to 160-200 beats / min, the liver enlarges or obviously enlarges in a short time, the complexion is pale, the mouth is cyanotic, the limbs are edematous and the urine is little.

Children with digestive system symptoms of pneumonia have decreased appetite, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal distension. In severe cases, vomit is brown or bloody stool, bowel sounds disappear, and toxic enteroparalysis and toxic hepatitis may occur.

matters needing attention

Prevention of upper respiratory tract infection, pay attention to strengthen exercise, according to age to choose appropriate exercise method. Outdoor activities, pay attention to appropriate increase in clothing. Do not take children to public places when respiratory viruses are prevalent. Don't touch children when someone in the family has a cold.