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Preschoolers (4–6 years) had the highest burden of respiratory tract infections after COVID restrictions lifted, with a 68.3% pathogen detection rate.
Read the full answer →Yes, parechovirus A can cause pharyngitis and tonsillitis in hospitalized children, especially when detected alone without other viruses.
Read the full answer →Frequent snacks are linked to a higher risk of recurrent respiratory tract infections in preschoolers, according to a meta-analysis of global studies.
Read the full answer →Yes, passive smoking is a significant risk factor that increases the likelihood of recurrent respiratory tract infections in young children.
Read the full answer →Yes, asthma significantly increases a preschooler's risk of recurrent respiratory tract infections, with meta-analysis showing about 3 times higher odds.
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