Croup Complications
Health Encyclopedia: Parainfluenza
There is no specific treatment for the viral infection. Specific treatments are available for the symptoms of croup and bronchiolitis.
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Expectations (prognosis)
Most infections in adults and older children are mild and recovery takes place without treatment, unless the person is very old or has an abnormal immune system. Medical intervention may be necessary if
Complications
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The Croup/Reflux Connection
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Croup
...promptly, respiratory distress (severe difficulty breathing) and respiratory arrest can occur. Complications Respiratory distress Respiratory arrest ... Read more »The flu
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...first consider as a possible cause inhaled foreign objects such as peanuts, viral infections such as croup, and bacterial infections, which may be accompanied by high fever and progress rapidly.... Read more »Eating Disorders: Highlights
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