Croup

Information - Definition

Definition

  • Viral infection of the voicebox (larynx)
  • The croupy cough is tight, low-pitched, and barky (like a barking seal)
  • The voice or cry is hoarse (laryngitis)

See More Appropriate Topic (instead of this one) If

  • It doesn't sound like croup, see COUGH
  • Tight purring sound when breathing out, see WHEEZING

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