When to see a Doctor for Croup

When to see a doctor

Contact your child's health care provider if symptoms are severe, worsen, last longer than 3 to 5 days or aren't responding to home treatment.

Seek immediate medical attention if your child:

• Makes noisy, high-pitched breathing sounds when breathing both in and out.
• Makes high-pitched breathing sounds when not crying or upset.
• Begins drooling or has problems swallowing.
• Seems anxious, upset and restless or extra tired and has no energy.
• Breathes at a faster rate than usual.
• Struggles to breathe.
• Develops a blue or gray tint around the nose, in or around the mouth, or on the fingernails.