How Is Croup Transmitted
Health Encyclopedia: Croup
Croup is
Alternative Names
Viral croup; Laryngotracheobronchitis - acute; Spasmodic croup
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Viral croup is the most common. Other possible causes include bacteria, allergies, and inhaled irritants. Acid reflux from the stomach can trigger croup.
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Expert & Community Posts
The Croup/Reflux Connection
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Health Guide
Croup
Viral croup; Laryngotracheobronchitis - acute; Spasmodic croup Prevention Wash your hands frequently and avoid close contact with those who have a respiratory... Read more »Croup
Viral croup; Laryngotracheobronchitis - acute; Spasmodic croup Symptoms Croup features a cough that sounds like a seal barking. Most children have what appears... Read more »Croup
Viral croup; Laryngotracheobronchitis - acute; Spasmodic croup Treatment Most cases of croup can be safely managed at home, but call your health care provider... Read more »Parainfluenza
...no specific treatment for the viral infection. Specific treatments are available for the symptoms of croup and bronchiolitis. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Most... Read more »Tracheitis
...usually has a high fever and looks very ill. The cough is deep and is similar to that caused by croup, but the usual croup treatments do not make the child's breathing easier. Breathing... Read more »Related News
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