Is It Bronchiolitis? Signs, Symptoms, and When to Seek Care

About this episode

This episode discusses bronchiolitis in babies, its symptoms, and guidance for parents on when to seek care.

Bronchiolitis is one of the most common illnesses affecting babies and young children during the winter months. It’s one of the leading reasons families end up in pediatric offices, urgent care and the emergency department. We know that this can be an exhausting and stressful experience for caregivers, so in this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Brad Sobolewski to break down what parents need to know to navigate bronchiolitis. Dr. Sobolewski explains how bronchiolitis is different from bronchitis, what causes it and why babies get it more often than older kids. We talk about RSV as the leading cause of bronchiolitis and what treatment looks like. As many as 90% of babies will get bronchiolitis by the time they’re 2, so it is important to know the early signs to watch for, and the best way to observe your baby’s breathing at home. You’ll hear practical, realistic guidance like why “suctioning, feeding, and love” are often the most effective treatments at home and which symptoms are reassuring versus concerning. Whether your baby is currently sick or you’re preparing for respiratory illness season, this is an episode you won't want to miss out on. To read more about bronchiolitis…

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. Brad Sobolewski

Topics covered

• bronchiolitis
• RSV
• pediatric care
• respiratory illness
• parenting advice

Keywords

• bronchiolitis
• RSV
• pediatric illness
• baby care
• respiratory symptoms
• treatment
• parenting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cincinnati Children’s

Products: Bronchiolitis: A Parent’s Guide to One of the Most Common Winter Illnesses

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