Early Times Report
Jammu, July 7: A 12 years old boy resident of RS Pura was admitted on 16 Jun 2020 in a very serious condition at Military Hospital, Jammu. The boy was suffering from high grade fever and was having difficulty in breathing. He was complaining of chest pain and was in a state of shock.
The boy’s COVID test was carried out which came out to be positive. Subsequently the child also developed pneumonia and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) which is a life threatening condition. A team of Army doctors with advanced pediatric protocols and other critical care measures including fluids, ionotropes, steroids, IVIG, antibiotics, oxygen and respiratory supportive measures stabilized the boy.
The child was kept on invasive ventilation for seven days. The timely life saving treatment administered by the pediatrician along with his team saved the child from this dreadful disease. The hospitalization, dedicated medical care and rehabilitation helped the boy recover from an extremely serious condition (COVID-PIMS TS).
The parents of the boy thanked the Frontline Warriors of Military Hospital, Jammu for bringing back joy into their lives and for always being there during times of need. |
