An 11-year-old boy was hospitalized with a high fever and boils on his knees. Two days later, the boils burst, and the doctor diagnosed severe pneumonia and sepsis. The boy was transferred to Children’s Hospital 1 in a critical condition. The head of the Intensive Care Department, Dr. Pham Van Quang, confirmed necrotizing pneumonia caused by staphylococcus.
The patient required intensive care, including ventilator support, vasopressors, and strong antibiotics. After 72 hours of treatment, the boy overcame the critical stage of septic shock but continued to battle severe respiratory failure. Surgery was conducted to remove necrotic tissue from the lungs and drain pus from the knees.
After nearly two months of treatment, the boy recovered miraculously and was discharged from the hospital. According to Dr. Quang, staphylococcus septicemia is a life-threatening condition with various complications. Symptoms can be easily overlooked, as they often start with common skin infections. When signs of skin infection, high fever, or breathing difficulties appear, prompt medical attention is necessary.
The story of the boy’s recovery serves as a reminder of the dangers of staphylococcus infections and the importance of timely medical intervention. Early detection and treatment can significantly increase the chances of survival in such cases.