Symptoms of Bronchitis in Children

When a child develops bronchitis, which is ultimately an inflammation of the airway, it normally comes soon after a cold or the flu, though not every child who has a cold or the flu will develop bronchitis. This condition usually brings with it some telltale symptoms that indicate to a parent that a child is suffering from bronchitis.

Cough

• Most (if not all) children with bronchitis will suffer from a cough. Yet, this cough won't a dry cough, as seen in the case of a cold or the flu. It will be what is considered a productive cough, meaning it will bring with it some yellow or green mucus.

Fever

• More often than not, a child suffering from bronchitis also experiences a fever. This will be a low-grade fever, anywhere around 100 degrees F.

Congestion

• Many children who have developed bronchitis may also suffer from some level of congestion, usually involving the chest because this is a respiratory condition.

Burning

• On occasion, a child with bronchitis may complain of a burning sensation within the chest. This particular symptom frequently accompanies congestion.

Sore Throat

• Another common symptom of bronchitis in children is a sore throat, because the inflammation and irritation is located in the bronchial tubes and exacerbated by the cough.

Fatigue

• Another common symptom of bronchitis typically manifests with a child tiring rather easily. This has a lot to due with the body fighting the inflammation.

Other Symptoms

• Some children will also exhibit other symptoms, like a runny nose, the chills and even some lower back pain.