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  Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that infects the lungs and respiratory tract. It can cause mild symptoms like a cold, or severe complications like pneumonia or bronchiolitis. In this blog post, we will unveil the symptoms, diagnosis, and response to RSV infection. Symptoms of RSV infection RSV symptoms usually appear about four to six days after exposure to the virus. They vary depending on the age and health condition of the person. In adults and older children, RSV symptoms are mild and may include: Congested or runny nose Dry cough Low-grade fever Sore throat Sneezing Headache In infants and young children, especially those who are premature or have chronic heart or lung problems, RSV symptoms can be severe and may include: High fever Severe cough Wheezing Rapid or difficulty breathing Bluish color of the skin due to lack of oxygen Poor feeding Unusual tiredness or irritability Most people recover from RSV infection in one to two weeks,