RSV PTP

<p>As the rainy season transitions to early winter, the high humidity makes children more susceptible to frequent illnesses due to changing weather. One of the most common and potentially severe illnesses that affect children during this period is caused by the RSV virus, which can present symptoms similar to the common cold but can lead to serious complications, such as pneumonia.</p>
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<h2><span style="color: #00826a;">What is the RSV virus ?</span></h2>
<p>RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) is a virus that can cause bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children. It spreads easily through droplets from a sick person’s cough or sneeze, and by touching contaminated objects like toys, utensils, or furniture.</p>
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<h2><span style="color: #00826a;">Symptoms to watch for</span></h2>
<p>RSV can be particularly severe in young children. While adults may experience mild symptoms similar to a common cold, such as coughing and a slight runny nose without fever, young children may show more serious signs. Parents should be alert if their child becomes unusually lethargic, drinks less milk than usual, or shows irritability. If a child has labored breathing, with chest retractions, or symptoms like cyanosis (bluish skin), a persistent cough with significant mucus, or rapid, heavy breathing, it is crucial to seek medical attention immediately.</p>
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<h2><span style="color: #00826a;">Transmission of RSV</span></h2>
<p>RSV spreads through bodily secretions, such as mucus, saliva, and droplets from coughing or sneezing, especially through direct contact. Once a child is infected, the incubation period is about five days. Initially, symptoms may resemble a common cold, but as the disease progresses, it can lead to inflammation of the lower respiratory tract.</p>
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<h2><span style="color: #00826a;">Severity of RSV</span></h2>
<p>RSV can cause severe inflammation of the bronchi, leading to bronchitis or pneumonia. In severe cases, children may develop high fever, severe cough, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. Critical symptoms to watch for include a fever higher than 39°C (102.2°F), vomiting due to excessive coughing, rapid or labored breathing, reduced food intake, and significant lethargy. In extreme cases, RSV can lead to respiratory failure and be life-threatening.</p>
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<h2><span style="color: #00826a;">Prevention of RSV</span></h2>
<p>The simplest way to prevent RSV is by maintaining cleanliness, such as frequent hand washing. If a child is sick, they should be isolated from healthy children to prevent the virus from spreading through coughing or sneezing. Children should stay home from school to reduce transmission until they recover fully. It’s important to note that even after recovery, some children may continue to have a cough for several weeks.</p>


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