
Toddler Has Barking Cough, Red Eye And Started Sneezing. What Is The Disease Called?

All these symptoms suggest that your child might be suffering from upper respiratory tract infection(most probably viral infection)
Barking cough is characteristic feature of Croup/ Laryngotracheobronchitis.
It is a viral infection caused most commonly due to RSV.
So...the treating Doctor has taken a nasal swab thinking of the same.
Management of Croup is by:
1. Humidified Oxygen
2. Corticosteroids- dosage to be decided depending upon the body weight.
3. Nebulised Epinephrine can also provide temporary relief.
However, the presence of symptoms like redder runnier eyes & refusal of feed is a warning sign of respiratory distress.
This is to be taken care of at the earliest to prevent any further progression of the condition.
So, I advise you to consult a Pediatrician as soon as possible.
Wishing your daughter a speedy recovery.
Let me know if I need to clarify further.
Thanks & take care.

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