What Is Croup In Adults?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
2. What Are Common Symptoms of Croup in Adults?
The most common symptom associated with croup is a barking cough. The swollen state of the throat makes it difficult for air to pass through, which can make a person sound like a dog or seal when coughing. As with most viral infections, croup will also cause a person to develop a fever and experience many of the symptoms associated with the common cold, like a runny nose. Breathing will also sound strained, with some people experiencing a wheezing or high-pitched grating noise due to obstruction and inflammation in the airway.
While these are the same symptoms found in both children and adults, evidence suggests that adults will experience these in a much more intense way.
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