Bronchiolitis is an infection caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) that affects most children under two years of age. It appears in the rainy and cold season, and it is easily spread, so that from October to May the virus is at large, waiting to enter the bodies of our children.
Currently, there is no vaccine for the prevention of RSV infection, but there are certain measures that we can take to protect our children from infection, so we tell you below how to prevent bronchiolitis, as much as possible. You already know that viruses live with us and lurk in every corner.
Wash hands frequently: Handwashing is the best prevention for infection, both from this and any virus.
If there is a baby at homeWash and make others wash their hands before picking it up or touching it. Children under one year are very prone to infection.
Especially protect premature children and babies with congenital heart disease, with Down syndrome and those with respiratory diseases.
It is a resistant virus and maintains its ability to spread for several hours, therefore avoid contact with infected people, as well as with your clothes or personal belongings.
Avoid sharing pacifiers, bottles, toys and utensils, as far as possible. If the child takes a glass or cup to the nursery, keep it always clean. If you have a pacifier, always store it in a pacifier holder.
Avoid closed and crowded environments, and spaces with smoke, as well as ventilate the rooms daily.
Children with bronchiolitis should not go to daycare.
Keep surfaces clean They are in contact with the baby.
Use disposable tissues and throw them away after each use.
