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Croup is an infection that affects the upper portion of the airway, including the larynx voice box and trachea windpipe. It tends to occur in the fall months. The symptoms of croup are often worse in the evening or when a child is anxious or crying.
They usually last for three to five days, though a mild cough may linger for up to a week. Croup is contagious. But how contagious is it to adults? Is it more contagious between children? Read on to find out. Croup is most often caused by a viral infection, typically by a type of virus called a parainfluenza virus. Other viruses that can cause it include:.
In rare rare cases , a bacteria can cause croup. This type of croup is often more severe than viral types. Croup is contagious, meaning that it can be spread from person to person. The pathogens that cause croup are spread by inhaling respiratory droplets that are produced when someone with croup coughs or sneezes.
In addition, coming into contact with contaminated surfaces, such as doorknobs or faucet handles, and then touching the face, nose, or mouth can spread the infection. They are present in the home, on The reappearance of vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles is not the only significant and preventable health threat facing our families in the Heat and the Athlete: Preventing Dehydration in Youth Sports Summer sports camps and team practices keep kids and their parents busy through the sea What is Croup?
What are the symptoms of Croup? How long does Croup last? How do I know if my child has Croup? What is the treatment for Croup? I think my child has Croup. Do I need to bring them into the office? Some children may have a mild cough for a few days after the main symptoms are over. Some children will have more severe symptoms of croup than others, and symptoms are usually more severe in children 3 years of age and younger. Most children have mild symptoms, which include an occasional barking cough the typical croup cough , little if any stridor when resting, and little if any indrawing of the chest wall.
More severe croup may be associated with stridor, fast or difficult breathing, flaring nostrils, unusual restlessness, and chest wall retractions the child's chest muscles are sucked in.
If your child has the typical signs and symptoms of croup, your doctor will make a diagnosis after listening to the chest with a stethoscope. Occasionally an X-ray may need to be taken to help make the diagnosis. Your doctor may tell you that your child has either a mild, moderate, or severe case of croup depending on the severity of the symptoms. The best way to prevent croup is to keep your children away from others who have symptoms of the condition. Unfortunately, this isn't always practical or possible.
However, it will help if everyone in the home, and school or daycare washes their hands often and throws away tissues used for runny noses and sneezes right away.
Anyone with a cough or cold should be asked to avoid kissing or playing with your child. Cases of mild-to-moderate croup can be treated at home. Since crying makes symptoms worse, keeping your child comfortable and happy will help. In addition, encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids and ensure they get as much rest as possible.
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