What Is Croup?
4. How Is Croup Diagnosed?
In many cases, a child who is exhibiting symptoms of croup but is recovering comfortably at home does not need to receive a formal diagnosis at a doctor’s office or any kind of advanced treatment. The distinctive barking cough makes it easy to determine if a child has developed the condition, and parents can proceed with at-home treatment accordingly.
For those who visit the doctor for a diagnosis, the physician listens to the child’s lungs and chest with a stethoscope and make a note of any concerns. The physician will also take time to observe the child’s breathing sounds and patterns and listen to the cough. In some cases, X-rays or other tests may be completed to confirm the diagnosis or rule out other potential causes for the symptoms.
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