23/02/2024
BRONCHIOLITIS:
Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in young children and infants. It causes swelling and irritation and a buildup of mucus in the small airways of the lung. These small airways are called bronchioles. Bronchiolitis is almost always caused by a virus.
Treatment:
Supportive care at home — There is no treatment that can get rid of bronchiolitis, so treatment is aimed at relieving symptoms until the infection resolves. Treatment at home usually includes making sure the child drinks enough and using saline nose drops (or bulb suctioning for infants) to keep the nose clear.
Causes :
Bronchiolitis is caused by one of several respiratory viruses such as influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), parainfluenza and human metapneumovirus. Other viruses can also cause bronchiolitis. Infants with RSV infection are more likely to get bronchiolitis with wheezing and difficulty breathing
# keep your child clean by wishing your hand many a day #
DR TAWHEEDULLAHAZIZ
Pediatrics specialist
Nutrition master trainer
