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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (Symptoms (Complications (bronchiolitis,…
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
General Characteristics
paramyxovrius
ssRNA
lung infection only
most common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children <1
typically exposure by second birthday
Transmission
respiratory secretions
contaminated objects
spreadable 4 weeks post symptoms
spring and winter high incidence
high risk
premature infants
congenital heart
immunocompromised
chronic lung disease
Symptoms
coughing
appetite loss
sneezing
wheezing
runny nose
fever
Complications
bronchiolitis
pneumonia
Treatment
supportive
ventilator
hygiene
no vaccine