What causes a weak positive positive for Mycoplasma pneumoniae in children

Weak positive for Mycoplasma pneumoniae in children usually refers to a weak positive for mycoplasma antibodies, IgG and IgM antibodies, respectively, when a blood test is performed. It may be caused by mycoplasma infection, convalescence, infection with other pathogens, etc.

1. Have been infected with mycoplasma: If the IgG antibody is positive and the IgM antibody is negative, the test result indicates that you have been infected with mycoplasma, but the body's immune function is relatively good, or the condition has been relieved after timely and effective treatment.It is recommended to increase the amount of water intake appropriately, and pay attention to keeping warm, so as not to worry too much;

2. In the convalescent period: if the test results are positive for IgM antibody, it is a weak positive state, and the IgG antibody is negative, indicating that there is mycoplasma infection in the body, but it is in the acute stage, the relative titer is slightly low, and there is still infection. At this time, it is sufficient to continue treatment according to the doctor's instructions;

3. Infection with other pathogens: reduced resistance, which will increase the probability of infection of mycoplasma pneumonia, and symptoms such as cough and sputum will appear, so it is recommended to use amoxicillin potassium clavulanate dry suspension, roxithromycin granules, azithromycin dry suspension and other drugs under the guidance of a doctor.

In addition to the above common conditions, tracheitis, bronchitis and other diseases may also cause this condition, and you can go to the pediatric respiratory medicine department, pediatrics and other related departments of the hospital for differential diagnosis. It is necessary to observe the general condition of the child, and if there are abnormal manifestations, it is recommended to actively manage them under the guidance of a doctor.