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==What are the symptoms of Tracheitis?== | ==What are the symptoms of Tracheitis?== | ||
*Deep [[cough]] (similar to that caused by [[croup]]) | |||
*[[Difficulty breathing]] | |||
*[[High fever]] | |||
*High-pitched breathing sound ([[stridor]]) | |||
==What causes Tracheitis?== | ==What causes Tracheitis?== |
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What is Tracheitis?
Tracheitis is a bacterial infection of the windpipe (trachea).
What are the symptoms of Tracheitis?
- Deep cough (similar to that caused by croup)
- Difficulty breathing
- High fever
- High-pitched breathing sound (stridor)
What causes Tracheitis?
Bacterial tracheitis is most often caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. It frequently follows a recent viral upper respiratory infection. It affects mostly young children, possibly because their small trachea is easily blocked by swelling.
How do I know I have Tracheitis?
When to seek urgent medical care
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for Tracheitis
Directions to Hospitals Treating Tracheitis