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RSV, Bronchiolitis, and Your Baby


PLAIN LANGUAGE: Almost all children get RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) at least once before they are 2 years old. RSV can make some children very sick. This handout describes the symptoms of RSV, how to treat RSV at home, and the signs of more severe illness when a parent should take their child to the doctor.




The information contained in this publication should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your pediatrician. There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.


See also:

-Appropriate Newborn Hospital Stays

-Bathing Your Newborn

-Birth to 6 Months: Safety for Your Child






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