The most common acute lower respiratory tract infection of infants, usually occurring in winter /spring. Age group- age 1- 6 months, up to 2 year age of children
Symptoms
Complications
Causes & Prevention Viral infections (most common- RSV)
Risk Factors Prematurity, Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Diagnosis: Clinical diagnosis, x-ray chest
Treatment Humidified oxygen, fluid management, supportive management
