Pseudo croup in the Rottweil district: More and more children affected!

Pseudo croup in the Rottweil district: More and more children affected!

In the district of Rottweil, there is currently a worrying increase in pseudo -muzzles, a disease that mainly affects children. Boys are often particularly affected. Pseudo croup is an inflammation of the larynx and often occurs in a cold, especially in the cooler season.

The symptoms are characteristic and express themselves through a barking cough, hoarseness and whistling breathing noises, which can occur especially in the evening or at night. According to the AOK Schwarzwald-Baar-Heuberg, it is important for parents to know about these signs in order to be able to react quickly.

an increase in cases

The numbers speak a clear language: last year 134 children who are insured with AOK were treated for pseudo group. Between 2019 and 2023, the increase in cases increased by around eight percent annually. This indicates a worrying tendency that is underpinned by the increasing number of diseases in young children.

The disease most often affects infants from the age of six months to small children aged about three years. In some cases, preschool children can also be affected, since the airways are slowly increasing during this time, which reduces the likelihood of pseudo croup attacks.

The present problem is usually caused by viral infections that let the mucous membranes swell and thus narrow the airways. There are also other triggers such as bacteria or allergies. A smoke -free environment is crucial because pollutants in the air can increase the risk, as the AOK determines.

parent guide in crisis situations

In the critical moments when a child has a pseudo croup attack, it is important for parents to stay calm. "Fear and excitement can make the symptoms worse," explains Susanne Schleicher, doctor at AOK Baden-Württemberg. The recommendation is to pick up the affected child or set up to make breathing easier. Opening a window can help to let in fresh and cool air, which often relieves the symptoms.

The symptoms can be very stressful for the child. If the child suffers from strong shortness of breath, the emergency doctor should be called immediately. These measures are of crucial importance to ensure that the child quickly receives the necessary medical help.

Even if this specific disease can usually be treated at short notice, the awareness of their symptoms and the correct use of it remains of immense importance for the health of the little ones. Further information on this can be found at www.schwarzwaelder-bote.de .