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Bronchiolitis is an inflammation of the small passages in the lungs (bronchioles), usually caused by a viral infection. The most common viruses are respiratory synctial virus (RSV), adenovirus, influenza, and parainfluenza. The disease usually affects children under the age of 2, with a peak age of 3 to 6 months.
Symptoms
Cough, wheezing, breathing problems, bluish discoloration of skin, fever.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed. A chest X-ray and CT scan will be performed. Sputum analysis is done to rule out bacterial, fungal or tuberculosis (TB) infection.
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Treatment
Oxygen, bronchodilators (albuterol, ipratropium) and/or steroids are used depending on the severity. For additional information contact the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute Health Information Center at: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov or call (301)592-8573
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