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Health Conditions
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
What is it?
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is the most common cause of respiratory tract infections in young children less than 2 years of age, especially infants between the ages of 2 and 10 months. In most children, the virus manifests itself as a mild respiratory infection with symptoms similar to a cold. If the infection worsens, the infection can interfere with the child's breathing. Most RSV infections occur between the months of November and May, with the peak infections occurring in January and February. While it commonly occurs in young children, RSV can affect adults and the ederly as well.
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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