There are many types of chILD. Some children have mild symptoms. Other children could be very sick. Your child may have any of these:
- Fast breathing
- Deeper, harder breathing – they may use extra muscles to help them breathe. They may have retractions or flaring of the nostrils.
- Some babies can make a “grunting” noise
- Trouble growing or gaining weight
- Everyday cough, wheezing, or chest congestion
- Chest x-rays or lung scans that are not normal
- Low oxygen levels
- Infections of the lungs or airways
Children who have lived with lung problems over time can have:
- “Clubbing” of fingers or toes
- Changes in the shape of their chest
If you think your child may have chILD, talk to your doctor and think about a visit with a pediatric pulmonologist (lung doctor).
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