What is it?
Acute bronchiolitis is a lower respiratory tract infection that is commonly caused by a virus. The most common virus is the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
What are the symptoms?
The symptoms of acute bronchiolitis are:
- Cough described as dry and wheezy.
- Fever.
- Fast breathing.
- Difficulty of feeding.
What to expect?
Things you can try at home include:
- Take plenty of rest.
- Drink a lot of fluids.
- Eat a healthy and balanced diet.
- Painkillers such as paracetamol may relieve pain and fever.
Consult immediate help if the following occurs:
- Difficulty of breathing.
- Fast breathing.
- Worsening symptoms.