Bronchiolitis Risk Factors
What are the risk factors that lead to this condition? Are you at risk of getting Bronchiolitis? Below you'll find information on each of the known risk factors for this condition.
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Bronchiolitis Risks
Bronchiolitis can affect anyone, but it most often strikes:
- Children under the age of two, especially between 3-6 months old
- During the winter months
- Adults most at risk are those who are:
- Immunocompromised
- Exposed to toxic fumes
- Children most at risk are those who:
- Were never breastfed
- Were born Premature Birth
- Are exposed to tobacco smoke
- Are often in groups of children (as in day care) or live in crowded conditions
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