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RSV Treatment and At-Home Care Tips for Parents

In many cases, parents can safely treat RSV at home.

Lauren Smith, MAPatricia Pinto-Garcia, MD, MPH
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Patricia Pinto-Garcia, MD, MPH
Updated on February 7, 2025

RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is very common, especially in infants and young children. Luckily, most cases of RSV are mild, and you can safely treat them at home. Good at-home care can also help prevent other RSV complications, such as dehydration.

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