Croup is an infection of the breathing tube (trachea or windpipe) below the vocal chords (voice box). Croup is caused by a virus, so antibiotics won’t help. This virus causes the lining of the windpipe to become swollen. This causes a lot of noise when your child breathes in. Your child may also find it hard to breathe. Croup happens more often through the winter and early spring (October to May). It is most common in babies and children aged 1 to 4 years. Croup usually lasts for 5 or 6 days.
Below you will find resources to help you better understand, cope with and/or support someone with croup.
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