The baby has a bad cough. It could be pneumonia.

When the weather comes in autumn and winter, the baby's immunity is low and it is easy to catch a cold and cough. After most babies cough for a period of time, they will gradually get better through some cold treatment methods. However, if the baby has been coughing badly, after the following symptoms appear slowly, the mother should be alert, and the baby may have pneumonia.

Severe fever

If the baby suddenly has a high fever, the temperature will be 38~39℃, or it may reach 40℃. But also accompanied by refusal to eat and vomiting, which is not in line with the baby's usual diet.

cough due to phlegm accumlation

If the baby's cough is getting worse and worse and there is phlegm in his throat, he is short of breath. It is accompanied by diarrhea, rapid heartbeat, pallor and even convulsions.

convulsion

Infants with pneumonia will have convulsions, and the convulsions will last for a long time, and they can have convulsions repeatedly, accompanied by drowsiness and irritability.

tachypnea

Shortness of breath is the main manifestation of pneumonia and a special symptom. Due to shortness of breath, the baby will have symptoms such as groaning, smelling and blue skin when exhaling.

General malaise symptoms

If the baby has symptoms of general discomfort, you should take the baby to the hospital immediately, because this is a very serious symptom, and it is basically certain that the baby has pneumonia.