Introduction

Using techniques to help your child control symptoms of croup can help prevent the need to see a doctor at a clinic or emergency room. These techniques focus on keeping your child's airway open to make breathing easier.

• Keep calm and soothe your child. Anxiety and panic can make symptoms worse.
• Recognize that symptoms often sound and appear worse than they really are.
• Use moisture.

 What is an episode of croup?

 Why should you manage your child's attacks of croup?

 How can I help manage my child's croup episode?

 Where to go from here

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