The Disease Known as "Croup" is Often a Result of Infection

Question

The disease known as "Croup" is often a result of infection with which of the following?
A) hantavirus
B) influenzavirus
C) Bordetella pertussis
D) Mycoplasma pneumoniae
E) respiratory syncytial virus

Accepted Answer

Croup is often caused by infection with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), especially in young children. Other viruses, such as parainfluenza virus, adenovirus, and influenza virus, can also cause croup. Bacterial infections, including Bordetella pertussis (which causes whooping cough), can also lead to croup. However, hantavirus and Mycoplasma pneumoniae are not typically associated with croup.