What You Need To Know About Croup Cough

Croup Cough is a viral infection which mostly affects small children

. It causes the trachea (windpipe) and larynx (voice box) to swell, which results in the harsh "barking" cough associated with croup. This cough often lasts 5 to 6 days and is more common during the winter months and early spring.

The most common symptoms of croup are fever, hoarseness of the voice and a barking, hacking cough. The symptoms of Croup cough generally become worse during night.

How can this cough be treated at home?

Make your child as comfortable as possible

Make sure that your child gets plenty of rest and drinks plenty of fluids

Increase the amount of liquids that he or she drinks

You can give acetaminophen (brand names: Children's Tylenol, Infants' Tylenol) for chest discomfort or discomfort due to fever, though medication for cough is not recommended at such an early age

Use a humidifier in your child's bedroom

Cool air might help reduce the swelling in your child's airways. Therefore, you can take your child outside for a few minutes may bring some relief during cooler months.

But even after taking all the necessary precautions at home, your child doesnt seem to improve, then you should call a doctor. You should especially call a doctor if:

Your child makes a noisy, high-pitched sound (stridor) when he or she breathes in

Your child starts drooling or has trouble swallowing

Your child's lips and skin around the nose, mouth of fingernails are bluish or turn dark

Your child's breathing doesn't sound better after mist treatment

Your child is very cranky, irritable or constantly uncomfortable

Your child has difficult time breathing

Your child seems to feel worse

by: Chris Cornell

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