Croup
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Croup is a respiratory infection common in childhood that inflames the upper airway, especially the larynx and trachea. It is recognized by a distinctive cough, similar to a bark.
Common symptoms:
- Dry cough with a sound similar to a bark
- Hoarse voice and, at times, noisy breathing
- Symptoms that tend to worsen at night
When to see a doctor? If the child has difficulty breathing, marked noise when inhaling, or a bluish color, immediate care is needed.
Which specialist treats it? Croup is evaluated by the pediatrician, and in respiratory cases by the pediatric pulmonologist, with support from emergency services when there is breathing difficulty. If you have questions about your child's breathing, the most prudent thing is to consult promptly.
Data on 2,059 doctors who treat croup
Which specialist treats croup?
Croup in children is usually managed by a pediatrician or general practitioner, and in more complex cases a pediatric pulmonologist, neonatologist, or allergist may be involved. You can book with these specialists if your child has a barking cough, hoarseness, or trouble breathing. Prompt evaluation helps rule out complications.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in croup
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Frequently asked questions
What is croup?
Croup is a respiratory infection common in childhood that inflames the upper airway, especially the larynx and trachea. It is recognized by a distinctive cough, similar to a bark.
Which doctor treats croup?
Croup in children is usually managed by a pediatrician or general practitioner, and in more complex cases a pediatric pulmonologist, neonatologist, or allergist may be involved. You can book with these specialists if your child has a barking cough, hoarseness, or trouble breathing. Prompt evaluation helps rule out complications.