Bronchiectasis in children
Bronchiectasis is a long-term condition caused by damage to the lungs. If your child has been diagnosed with bronchiectasis, you may have lots of questions.
- What is bronchiectasis?
- What are the symptoms and how will it affect my child?
- How is bronchiectasis diagnosed in children?
- What is the treatment for bronchiectasis?
- Will my child need to go to hospital?
Are you an adult with bronchiectasis? We also have information on bronchiectasis in adults.
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Last medically reviewed: September 2019. Due for review: September 2022
This information uses the best available medical evidence and was produced with the support of people living with lung conditions. Find out how we produce our information. If you’d like to see our references get in touch.