It sounds like a seal barking…y’know, that really common everyday noise we’re all familiar with? The croup cough is one of the most recognisable sounds you’ll hear in emergency medicine. Doctors will often prescribe treatment based on the noise of the cough coming from the triage bay. Excuse my bleary eyed explanation but don’t be afraid to ask questions about croup in the comments. #croup #paediatrics #medicine #emergencymedicine | Dr Ash Bowden

🚨 Would you recognise this sound in the middle of the night? This is a classic croup cough – often described as "barking like a seal." Note - this little one was okay - his mama is one of our outstanding educators who knew precisely what to do. What about vaporisers and steam treatment? Let's clear the air!⁠ ⁠ You may have heard that steam helps with croup, but it’s not currently a recommended treatment. 😯 ⁠ ⁠ "There is no evidence that steam can treat croup and cold symptoms. Steam can cause