Human Respiratory Syncytial Virus Warning Signs: What To Look Out For

human respiratory syncytial virus warning signs: what to look out for

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Overview

A viral infection of the respiratory tract caused by the virus Respiratory syncytial viru. This commonly affects children below the age of 2 years.

Symptoms

If you're experiencing new, severe, or persistent symptoms, contact a health care provider.

The symptoms depends on the severity, age and health of the infected person.

Mild flu-like symptoms in older children and adults such as

  • Stuffy and runny nose
  • Mild headache
  • Mild cough
  • Mild fever
  • Sore throat

Severe symptoms in children and the immunocompromised include

  • Discoloration of skin
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Rapid breathing
  • Wheezing
  • Severe cough
  • Fever

→ Common treatment options

→ Questions to ask your doctor

Causes

Infection is caused by the respiratory syncytial virus. The virus enters the body through eyes, nose or mouth.

  • Spreads via infected droplets in the air through coughing or sneezing of an infected person
  • Direct contact with an infected person e.g. handshakes

The risks are high among

  • Children less than age 2 years
  • Premature infants
  • Children with weak immune system
  • Children in crowded child care centers
  • Adults with asthma or other lung and heart diseases
  • Persons with weak immune system

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