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About Bronchiolitis

 

Bronchiolitis is a common respiratory infection that affects babies and young children. It occurs when the smallest airways in the lungs, called the bronchioles, become infected and inflamed, leading to a build-up of mucus. This makes it harder for the child to breathe as the amount of air entering the lungs is reduced.



It is estimated that a third of infants in the country, UK develop bronchiolitis in their first year of life, and 90% of those who do are less than nine months old. This is because babies have smaller airways, and their lungs and immune systems may not yet be fully developed. Premature babies, those born with lung or heart diseases, and those with weakened immune systems are most at risk of the condition, and may need special care if they develop it.


Self Help
 

As well as treating your child's bronchiolitis at home, try following these tips to make your child more comfortable:


Humidify the air
If you have access to an air humidifier, try using it to moisten the air, which can ease your child's cough. Alternatively, run the shower or bath for several minutes to steam up the room, then sit in there with your child for about 15 minutes. This may even help to ease a coughing fit. Your home should be a comfortable temperature, but do not make it too warm as this will dry out the air.


Keep your child upright
Try putting your child in their car seat in order to keep them upright, as this will make their breathing easier. If they need to nap while in the seat, make sure that your child's head will not fall forward by supporting it with something, such as a rolled up blanket.


Keep a smoke free environment
Cigarette smoke can aggravate your child's symptoms, so if you smoke, do not do so around your child. Passive smoking can affect the lining of your child's airways, making them less resistant to infection, so keeping smoke away from your child may even help to prevent future bouts of bronchiolitis.

Posted: 15-11-08, 10:03 [GMT]

 
 

 

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