Medically reviewed by Lyndsey Garbi, MDMedically reviewed by Lyndsey Garbi, MD Croup is a contagious upper respiratory tract infection that can cause airway swelling and a hoarse, barking-like cough.

Croup treatment Most cases of croup are mild and can be treated at home. However, in some children it can lead to respiratory ...

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1. A baby or child with croup will have difficulty breathing and a short, barking cough. Their cough may also sound like crowing or whistling. In severe attacks, the baby or child may use muscles ...