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What Causes Recurrence Of Pneumonia?
My 2 year old son was first diagnosed with traces of pneumonia july of last year, he was on antibiotic for 5 days and was given albeutrol as needed, then agian in November he came down with another bout of pneumonia and had to be taken to the ER. The first time he had they the xray showed left lung infiltrate but later it was on right. Is it possible for him to get it again ??
Mon, 16 Apr 2018
Hello,
Recurrence could be due to poor drug compliance last time or may be due to ineffective treatment or dose of antibiotic less than recommended. Some children are respiratory allergic child's. Remove carpets and pets avoid dust and smoke.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Hina Javed
Recurrence could be due to poor drug compliance last time or may be due to ineffective treatment or dose of antibiotic less than recommended. Some children are respiratory allergic child's. Remove carpets and pets avoid dust and smoke.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Hina Javed
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