{"id":9773,"date":"2022-04-19T12:34:55","date_gmt":"2022-04-19T17:34:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iaf.care\/?p=9773"},"modified":"2022-07-14T13:05:45","modified_gmt":"2022-07-14T18:05:45","slug":"5-telltale-croup-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iaf.care\/5-telltale-croup-symptoms\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Telltale Croup Symptoms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Croup symptoms \u2013 Croup is a viral infection of the voice box and windpipe that occurs mainly in young children, though croup in adults is also possible. Characterized by a harsh, barking cough and a hoarse voice, Croup usually lasts three to five days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most cases of croup are mild and may receive treatment at home with simple measures such as humidified air and increased fluids. More severe cases may require hospitalization and treatment with steroids or other medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While croup can be uncomfortable for a child, it is usually not severe and will resolve on its own in a few days. However, if the child has difficulty breathing, parents should seek medical attention immediately. Croup can occasionally lead to pneumonia or other complications, so it is essential to monitor the child closely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Croup often happens due to viruses, such as parainfluenza virus, influenza virus, or adenovirus. These viruses infect the upper airway, causing inflammation and swelling. This condition can lead to a restricted airway and difficulty breathing. In some cases, bacteria may also cause croup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Several factors increase a child's risk of developing croup, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Age: Croup is most common in children between three months and three years old. However, croup in adults may also develop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Season: Croup occurs more often in the fall and winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Exposure to tobacco smoke: Children exposed to tobacco smoke (from cigarettes, cigars, or pipes) are more likely to develop croup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n