What causes mycoplasma pneumonia in children

Mycoplasma pneumonia in children is mainly a disease caused by respiratory infections. Mycoplasma is a microorganism that sits somewhere between bacteria and viruses and can cause many types of infections.

1. Main causes

1. Direct contact: If a child is in close contact with someone with mycoplasma pneumonia, it is possible to be infected through droplet transmission;

2. Indirect contact: such as the use of towels and other items used by the infected person, it may also cause cross-infection;

3. Vertical transmission from mother to child: pregnant women during pregnancy orparturitionTransmission of mycoplasma to neonates can also lead to mycoplasma pneumonia in newborns.

2. Predisposing factors

1. Decreased body resistance: When the child's body resistance decreases, it is easy to be attacked by germs, which causes mycoplasma pneumonia;

2. Environmental factors: If there is more dust, smoke and harmful gases in the surrounding environment, it will increase the risk of mycoplasma pneumonia;

3. Others: Factors such as long-term smoking or air pollution will also increase the risk of disease.

3. Treatment measures

Clinically, the treatment of mycoplasma pneumonia in children mainly includes general treatment, drug therapy and physical therapy. Among them, general treatment includes bed rest, hydration, and indoor ventilation; Drug treatment needs to choose appropriate antibiotics according to the specific situation of the child, such as azithromycin and erythromycin. Physical therapy may use warm water scrub baths and other things to help lower body temperature.

It is recommended that parents bring their children to the hospital for treatment in a timely manner and actively cooperate with the doctor for standardized treatment. In daily life, we should pay attention to protective work and avoid going to crowded places to avoid aggravating the condition.