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Diagnosis Of Croup. What you can do. Croup is generally diagnosed during a physical exam. Even when an office visit is not. However if your child s symptoms are severe or aren t responding to home treatment you should call your doctor.
Before your appointment make a list of. However if your child s symptoms are severe or aren t responding to home treatment you should call your doctor. Your child s symptoms including how long they have been occurring what if anything makes them better or worse. Croup is generally diagnosed during a physical exam. In most cases of croup your child won t need to see a doctor. Your doctor will likely listen to the cough observe breathing and ask for a description of symptoms.
Croup is a manifestation of upper airway obstruction resulting from swelling of the larynx trachea and bronchi leading to inspiratory stridor and a barking cough.
Your doctor will likely listen to the cough observe breathing and ask for a description of symptoms. Many patients experience low grade fevers but fever is not necessary for diagnosis. Before your appointment make a list of. In most cases of croup your child won t need to see a doctor. Even when an office visit is not. Your doctor will likely listen to the cough observe breathing and ask for a description of symptoms.