What are the common symptoms of pneumonia in infants and young children

Symptoms such as fever, cough, refusal to eat, and asthma are common in infants and young children.

Infantile pneumonia is a respiratory disease caused by bacteria, viruses, mycoplasma, etc., and is relatively common.

Common symptoms:

1. General symptoms: fever, refusal to eat, irritability, dyspnea, etc. The early body temperature is 38~39°C or as high as 40°C. In addition to respiratory symptoms, children may also have symptoms such as listlessness, irritability, loss of appetite, diarrhea, etc. Infants often present with food rejection, choking, vomiting, and dyspnea.

2. Respiratory symptoms: The cough begins with a frequent, irritating dry cough, followed by phlegm in the throat. Severe cough may be accompanied by vomiting and choking. Superficial increased breathing, irritability of the nasal wings. Some children have slight cyanosis around the mouth and nails.

3. Circulatory symptoms: The symptoms of pneumonia are not commensurate with the increase in body temperature and dyspnea, and the liver is significantly enlarged or enlarged in a short period of time.

4. Neurological symptoms: irritability, drowsiness, or alternating between the two are common.

5. Digestive symptoms: When infants and young children suffer from pneumonia, they are often accompanied by gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. If there is any abnormality, it is recommended to seek medical attention in time, and take medication and other treatments under the guidance of a doctor.