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RSV in Babies & Children: How It Works, Explained Simply

Most children catch the virus called RSV by the age of two. In many kids it looks like a cold, with a runny nose, cough, and low fever. A fact-checked patient-education video about rsv in babies & children — educational only, not medical advice.

Video Transcript

Most children catch the virus called RSV by the age of two. In many kids it looks like a cold, with a runny nose, cough, and low fever. In babies, RSV can make breathing harder and feeding more difficult. Get help for fast or hard breathing, ribs pulling in with each breath, or bluish lips. When you are worried, your pediatrician can help. This video is for general education only. It is not medical advice. Ask your pediatrician what is right for your child.

This video is educational only and is not medical advice. Every patient is different — talk to your provider about your specific situation.

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