Bronchiolitis is an infection that affects the small tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs. When infected, these tubes (called bronchioles) get swollen and inflamed. That makes it harder to breathe.
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Bronchiolitis is an infection that affects the small tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs. When infected, these tubes (called bronchioles) get swollen and inflamed. That makes it harder to breathe.
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View OriginalSigns of severe trouble breathing (retractions)
When a child is having a lot of trouble breathing, the skin and muscles between the childs ribs or below the child's ribcage look like they are caving in.
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View Originalfigure 2Signs of severe trouble breathing (retractions)
When a child is having a lot of trouble breathing, the skin and muscles between the child's ribs or below the child's ribcage look like they are caving in.
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