There are two major symptoms that should prompt concern in respiratory infections — difficulty breathing and dehydration, says Dr. Leana Wen.
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What to do if your child has a respiratory infection? Our medical analyst explains
A common respiratory virus, respiratory syncytial virus, is surging in the United States, leading to some children's hospitals being overwhelmed. The influenza virus is also on the rise, along with other viruses — such as adenovirus and rhinovirus — that cause the common cold.
