For many parents of children, the biggest fear is seeing their child get sick, especially respiratory diseases. Once sick, it means that the child will have to endure a "whole family bucket" of symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, and sneezing, and parents are inevitably worried. Especially under the normalization of the epidemic, it is very important to once again recognize common childhood diseases and promote healthy lifestyles. Below, I will introduce to you: What are the respiratory diseases in children? What are the symptoms of respiratory infections?
One What are pediatric respiratory diseases:
Pediatric respiratory diseases include acute and chronic infectious diseases of upper and lower respiratory tracts, respiratory allergic diseases, pleural diseases, respiratory foreign bodies, congenital malformations of the respiratory system, and lung tumors. Among them, acute respiratory infections are the most common.
II What are the common respiratory diseases in children? Autumn and winter are the high incidence seasons for respiratory diseases in children. Common respiratory diseases in children are mainly divided into two categories. The first category is acute respiratory infections, usually divided into acute upper respiratory infections and acute lower respiratory infections. Acute upper respiratory tract infection refers to the general term of acute inflammation of the nasal cavity, pharynx or throat. It is commonly diagnosed as "cold", "rhinitis", "acute pharyngitis", "acute tonsillitis", etc., collectively referred to as upper respiratory tract infection, referred to as "Shanggan", and is the most common acute infectious diseases in children. The second major category is acute attacks of chronic diseases, such as asthma, which is a chronic respiratory disease but has an acute onset period.
3、 What are the symptoms of respiratory tract infection:
1 Symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection (common cold)
1. Nasal obstruction or runny nose
2. Painful throat or burning sensation
3. Cough
4. Sneezing
5. Mild fatigue
6. Mild headache
7. Mild fever
2. Symptoms of influenza (flu)
1. High fever (usually more than 38 ℃)
2. Chill and body cold
3. Severe headache
4. Muscle and joint pain
5. Fatigue and weakness
6. Dry cough
7. Throat pain
8. Running nose and stuffy nose
9. May be accompanied with gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea
3. Symptoms of lower respiratory tract infection (bronchitis, pneumonia)
1. Cough may contain phlegm, which may be yellowish green or bloody
2. Difficulty in breathing or shortness of breath
3. Chest tightness or chest pain
4. Fever and chills
5. Weakness and fatigue
6. Sorrow or discomfort in the throat
This is a general symptom. The specific symptoms may vary depending on factors such as the type of infection, individual immune status, and age. If you experience symptoms of respiratory infection, please consult a doctor promptly for accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
4 Symptoms of Mycoplasma Infection
The main symptoms of Mycoplasma pneumonia are two: fever and cough. Among them, the initial cough is paroxysmal dry cough, and there may be expectoration during the progression. Some people may experience symptoms such as chest pain, sore throat, and headache, while a few may experience symptoms such as cyanosis and difficulty breathing. It is important to seek medical attention promptly.
4 What are the reasons why children are prone to respiratory diseases:
1. Poor physical condition. Respiratory infections are mainly caused by viruses, bacteria, mycoplasma, etc., but these infections are related to the child's physical condition. Children with weaker physical conditions, such as thinness, anemia, and lack of exercise, are more susceptible to infection.
2. Improper home care. If home care is not done well, children who frequently catch cold at night are more likely to develop respiratory diseases.
3. Environment. If there are a large number of people at home, the living environment is crowded, or adults like to smoke in the room, it is easy for children to suffer from respiratory diseases.
4. Congenital developmental abnormalities. For example, congenital abnormalities in the development of the trachea and bronchi can make children more susceptible to respiratory infections.
In short, during the high incidence season of respiratory infectious diseases, susceptible populations should try to avoid crowded public places and reduce potential contact opportunities with affected populations. If going to public places, wearing a mask can reduce the risk of exposure to pathogens. When there is an outbreak of some infectious diseases, it is advisable to avoid going to high-risk areas as much as possible to reduce the risk of infection.