Is mycoplasma pneumonia contagious in children?

Mycoplasma pneumonia is a very common disease in children, and the contagiousness of mycoplasma pneumonia in children is also very strong, and the virulence is relatively high, it is generally easy to be infected through contact or saliva droplets.

1. The contagiousness of mycoplasma pneumonia in children

1. Mycoplasma pneumonia in children can be contagious

Under normal circumstances, the probability of infection of mycoplasma pneumonia in children is relatively high, if there are more than one child in the family, once one of the children is infected with mycoplasma pneumonia in children, special attention must be paid to do a good job of isolation to minimize the probability of cross-infection.

2. Is mycoplasma pneumonia in children highly contagious?

Pediatric mycoplasma pneumonia has a certain incubation period, mostly about 2 weeks to a month, during the incubation period, the toxicity is the strongest, we must avoid contact with children in the incubation period, it is very likely to be infected. The pediatric mycoplasma pneumonia virus is mostly transmitted through the respiratory tract, and droplets are more common, so try to wear a mask when you go out.

3. According to the constitution of the child, the contagiousness of mycoplasma pneumonia in children should be treated

There is a big difference in the physical constitution of the child, some people will not be infected if they are in that environment for a long time, but some people will be infected at one time. Try to do a good job at ordinary times, enhance physical fitness, and reduce the occurrence of diseases.

2. How to prevent mycoplasma pneumonia in children

1. Do not go to activities in crowded environments

Children with weak immunity should pay attention to avoid going to crowded environments as much as possible, everyone has a love of play, but if there is a serious situation of influenza, it is better to stay at home.Wear a mask and do a good job of protection.

2. Enhance physical fitness

It is important for children who are prone to illness to improve their physical fitness. You can start with exercise and diet, pay attention to strengthening physical exercise, and set aside a certain amount of time to exercise every day. Eat more nutritious foods, including vitamin-rich fruits and vegetables.