1. Croup

2. Croup (laryngotracheobronchitis): viral infection that affects the trachea, larynx, and bronchiole tubes
Common in children ages 6 months to 3 years

4. Sudden onset of symptoms
Croupy cough (seal like)
Difficulty breathing
Stridor: loud, high-pitched noise released when breathing in

5. Inflammation
Mucus build up
Fever
Usually lasts 2 – 5 days

8. Treatment
Humidifier
Fever medication
Steroids for severe cases

9. Take baby out into the cold air
Alternate with humid shower air