Bronchiolitis

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Bronchiolitis

Normal lungs and alveoli

Most cases of bronchiolitis are not readily preventable because the viruses that cause the disorder are common in the environment. Careful attention to hand washing, especially around infants, can aid in the prevention or spread of respiratory viruses.

Family members with an upper respiratory infection should be especially careful around infants. Wash hands frequently, especially before handling the child.

At this date, there is no RSV vaccine available. However, there is an effective product available for infants at high risk for developing severe disease from RSV. The product is Synagis® (palivizumab).Consult your child's physician to determine whether this medication would be appropriate for your child.

Review Date: 11/18/2005
Reviewed By: John Goldenring, MD, MPH, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.