Bronchiolitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEB6 days ago · Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in young children and infants. It causes swelling and irritation and a buildup of mucus in the small airways of the lung. These small airways are called bronchioles. Bronchiolitis is almost always caused by a virus. Bronchiolitis starts out with symptoms much like a common cold.
Bronchiolitis Causes & Symptoms - Cleveland Clinic
WEBOct 2, 2023 · Bronchiolitis is a viral infection that targets the small airways of a child’s lungs. It causes wheezing, coughing and a slight fever. It’s most common during colder months. Contact your child’s healthcare provider or emergency services if your child has trouble breathing.
Bronchiolitis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEB6 days ago · Bronchiolitis usually lasts for 1 to 2 weeks but symptoms occasionally last longer. Most children with bronchiolitis can be cared for at home with comfort measures. It's important to be alert for problems with breathing that are getting worse.
Bronchiolitis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment - WebMD
WEBApr 11, 2023 · Symptoms. Causes. Prevention. Diagnosis. 4 min read. Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection among infants. It can cause coughing, wheezing, and a hard time with breathing. While most cases can...
Bronchiolitis | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBWhat is Bronchiolitis? Bronchiolitis is an inflammation of the bronchioles (small passages in the lungs) usually caused by a viral infection. The disease usually affects children under the age of 2, with a peak age of 3 to 6 months, and is a common, sometimes severe illness.
Bronchiolitis Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment - American Lung Association
WEBNov 17, 2022 · Runny nose, fever, stuffy nose, loss of appetite and cough are the first signs of the infection. Symptoms may worsen after a few days and may include wheezing, shortness of breath, and worsening of the cough. Young children who get very sick may have trouble breathing and trouble swallowing.
Bronchiolitis - Pediatrics - Merck Manual Professional Edition
WEBBronchiolitis is an acute viral infection of the lower respiratory tract affecting infants 24 months. It is characterized by respiratory distress, wheezing, and/or crackles. Diagnosis is suspected by history, including presentation during a known epidemic; the primary cause, respiratory syncytial virus, can be identified with a rapid assay.
Bronchiolitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments - Healthline
WEBJan 6, 2022 · Causes. Risk factors. Diagnosis. Treatment. Prevention. Outlook. What is bronchiolitis? Bronchiolitis is a viral lung infection that causes inflammation in the smallest air passages in your...
Bronchiolitis and Lower Respiratory Infections in Children
WEBBronchiolitis is an infection of the airways that supply air to the lungs. It usually affects infants and children younger than age 2. Bronchiolitis develops when a virus in the nose and throat gets into the lungs. This leads to swelling in the smaller airways or bronchioles of the lung. This causes obstruction of air in the smaller airways.
Bronchiolitis (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
WEBWhat Is Bronchiolitis? Bronchiolitis (brong-kee-oh-LYE-tiss) is an infection of the respiratory tract. It happens when tiny airways called bronchioles (BRONG-kee-olz) get infected with a virus. They swell and fill with mucus, which can make breathing hard. Bronchiolitis is more common during the fall and winter months.
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