Respiratory Disease in Children

learn about the common respiratory disease in children, their symptoms prevention and cure. Saroj Hospital Sikar offer expert paediatrician Dr Rohitash Bajiya’s Services.

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Asthma

Asthma is a long lasting lung problem that makes it hard to breathe for children. The airways get swollen and tight, which causes trouble breathing for children, coughing. Asthma is caused by dust, cold, allergy and weather.

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Pneumonia

Pneumonia is a serious lung infection caused by bacteria, viruses and fungi that can result  fever, cough, chest pain and trouble breathing in children. Small age children are more prone to Pneumonia. Early detection and prevention of pneumonia is very important to safeguard your by vaccination and maintaining good hygiene.

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Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis is a viral infection that mostly affects babies and young children. It causes swelling in the small airways of the lungs, leading to symptoms like wheezing, coughing, and trouble breathing. This illness is more common in winter.

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Whooping Cough

Whooping cough is a very contagious bacterial infection that causes intense coughing fits, followed by a “whoop” sound when the child tries to breathe. Vaccination is key to preventing this illness.

Common respiratory diseases in children include asthma, bronchiolitis, pneumonia, croup, and whooping cough. These conditions can cause symptoms like coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. Prevention includes vaccinations, good hygiene, and avoiding environmental triggers like smoke. Treatment involves medications, supportive care, and in severe cases, hospitalization.

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