CASE DISCUSSION
RSV & Bronchiolitis : Clinical Features & Treatment
Presented from India by Dr. Viny Kantroo0
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Case Description
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common cause of bronchiolitis, primarily affecting infants and young children, characterized by inflammation of the small airways in the lungs. Clinical features of RSV bronchiolitis include cough, wheezing, difficulty breathing, nasal congestion, and fever,...
Case Summary
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that typically causes mild, cold-like symptoms, with most people recovering within a week or two. However, it can be serious for infants, the elderly, and those with comorbidities. Common symptoms include runny nose, coughing, fever, decreased appetite, and sneezing. In severe cases, it can progress to increased coughing, wheezing, and lower respiratory tract involvement.
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Dr. Viny Kantroo
Alumni - NHS Foundation TrustSenior Consultant Pulmonologist, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Delhi
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