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You get bronchiolitis in infants. It is caused by the respiratory syncytial virus infection. The infant does not have fever and chest is clear. The condition responds to humidified oxygen. You get respiratory infection and then infant may come with severe respiratory distress by next day, in respiratory distress syndrome. You get horrified to see the child. The infant usually succumb to this type of infection, even in intensive care unit.
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∙ 12y agoRespiratory distress syndrome (RDS) is the most common problem. The premature infants have immature lungs that have not developed surfactant a protective film that helps air sacs in the lungs to stay open.
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∙ 12y agoRespiratory Syncytial Virus
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surfactant
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Is an acute respiratory syndrome in children and infants characterized by the obstruction of the larynx hoarseness and a barking cough.?
croup
A acute respiratory syndrome in children and infants characterized by obstruction of the larynx hoarseness and a barking cough is known as?
croup
How can massage therapy help premature infants?
Increase weight and improve motor development in premature infants?
