Respiratory Syncytial Virus Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Respiratory Syncytial Virus? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Respiratory Syncytial Virus.
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Symptoms of Respiratory Syncytial Virus
The symptoms of RSV infection vary and usually differ with age and previous exposure to RSV. Very young children, the elderly, and people with chronic diseases are more likely to have severe symptoms.
In children younger than age three, RSV can cause illness such as bronchiolitis and pneumonia. Symptoms may include:
- Stuffy or runny nose
- High fever
- Severe cough
- Wheezing
- Shortness of breath
- Very fast rate of breathing
- Bluish color of the lips or fingernails
- Lethargy or irritability
- Lack of appetite
- Discharge from the eyes
In children older than age three and in healthy adults, RSV typically causes an upper respiratory infection or cold. Symptoms commonly include:
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Sore throat
- Mild cough
- Headache
- Low-grade fever
- Discharge from the eyes
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