WEBWhat are RSV symptoms in adults? Adults usually have typical cold symptoms, including: Congestion. Cough. Fever. Lack of energy. Mild headache. Runny nose. Sore throat. Severe RSV symptoms in adults. When RSV leads to complications like pneumonia or bronchitis, additional symptoms can develop. You might have one or more of the following:
WEBOct 4, 2023 · Respiratory syncytial (sin-SISH-ul) virus can also infect adults. In adults and older, healthy children, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) symptoms are mild and typically mimic the common cold. Self-care measures are usually all that's needed to …
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Symptoms of RSV in Adults: Risk Factors, Treatment, Recovery - Healthline
WEBMar 28, 2024 · Symptoms. Contagious. Complications. Risk factors. Diagnosis and treatment. Duration. FAQ. Takeaway. Although RSV causes mild, cold-like symptoms in most adults, it can cause severe symptoms in...
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Is it a cold or adult RSV? 3 ways to tell - Mayo Clinic Press
WEBSep 19, 2023 · In healthy adults, symptoms of both viruses are generally mild and include a runny nose, headache, sore throat or a low-grade fever. So how can you tell whether you have a cold or RSV? Here are 3 signs to look for. You’re wheezing. A whistling sound when you breathe is called wheezing.
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Treating RSV in adults: What to expect - Mayo Clinic Press
WEBNov 7, 2023 · Respiratory syncytial (sin-SISH-uhl) virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Most people recover in a week or two, but RSV can be serious. Infants and older adults are more likely to develop severe RSV and need hospitalization.
WEBSep 19, 2023 · Who’s at risk? Serious infection is more likely for people who: Are age 65 or older. Have heart and lung disease. Have a weakened immune system, also called immunocompromised. One reason RSV is dangerous for these groups is because it can make current health conditions worse.
WEBMar 18, 2024 · Key Facts. RSV is the most common cause of lower respiratory tract infections. RSV can be dangerous for certain high-risk adults. Each year in the United States an estimated 60,000 – 120,000 older adults are hospitalized and 6,000 – 10,000 die from RSV infection.
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RSV in Older Adults and Adults with Chronic Medical Conditions
WEBAdults at highest risk for severe RSV infection include: Older adults. Adults with chronic heart or lung disease. Adults with weakened immune systems. Adults with certain other underlying medical conditions. Adults living in nursing homes or long-term care facilities. An RSV vaccine protects against serious disease.
WEBOct 4, 2023 · Treatment. Self care. Preparing for your appointment. Diagnosis. Your doctor may suspect respiratory syncytial virus based on the findings of a physical exam and the time of year the symptoms occur. During the exam, the doctor will listen to the lungs with a stethoscope to check for wheezing or other abnormal sounds.