What Causes Croup?
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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.
Croup is usually (75% of the time) caused...
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The Croup/Reflux Connection
A study released this week found a connection between chronic croup and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. You may have heard of croup, a... Read more »
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Croup
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Croup, also known as laryngotracheitis, is an inflammation and narrowing of the larynx (voice box) and the trachea (windpipe) caused by an... Read more »
Croup
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Croup is a common respiratory illness in children that causes a change in breathing with a hoarse voice and a brassy, barking cough.... Read more »
ECHO virus infection
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Nonpolio enterovirus infection; Echovirus infectionSymptomsSymptoms depend on the site of infection but may include:Viral... Read more »
Nasal flaring
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Nasal flaring is the enlargement of the opening of the nostrils during breathing. It is often a sign that increased effort is needed to breathe. ... Read more »
Parainfluenza
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Parainfluenza refers to a group of viruses that lead to upper and lower respiratory infections.Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThere are four... Read more »
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