Older patients typically have larger airways so can tolerate some amount of swelling, and hence do not usually develop croup. Therefore, it is younger patients, particularly between the ages of 6 months and 7 years, that typically develop croup symptoms. There are two major types of croup, infectious croup and spasmodic croup. They are usually mild, last three to five days and resolve on their own. Treatment for mild croup usually includes supportive care such as over-the-counter medications for fever, increased fluids and keeping a close eye out to identify any worsening.

Source: MetroXpress September 14, 2021 10:41 UTC