Surge in RSV adds to pediatric hospital pressures. Here’s what to do – CBC

Symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus resemble those of colds and flu

Oct 27, 2022

Pediatricians have suggestions for parents and caregivers coping with coughing and sneezing children as some children’s hospitals in Canada report a surge in respiratory infections.

Symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) resemble those of colds and flu, such as coughing, runny nose, fever and loss of appetite.

In its most recent update for the week ending Oct. 15, the Public Health Agency of Canada reported a rise in RSV cases in many parts of the country, based on limited testing.

Dr. Kashif Pirzada, an emergency department physician in Toronto, says he’s seeing a large number of sick children, mostly from viruses.

One of Pirzada’s own children was recovering at home last week after feeling miserable and lethargic.

Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/rsv-pediatric-1.6631686