respiratory syncytial virus

noun

1. RSV. a myxovirus causing infections of the nose and throat, esp in young children. It is thought to be involved in some cot deaths

respiratory syncytial virus

1. A virus of the family Paromyxoviridae and the genus Pneumovirus that causes severe childhood respiratory infections, especially bronchiolitis in infants.

Example Sentences

And here’s some advice about flu and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV:

From Los Angeles Times

It comes as figures suggest respiratory syncytial virus is past its peak, but doctors in Wales are seeing an increase in patients with influenza symptoms.

From BBC

The CDC also recommends vaccination against the respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, for everyone age 75 and up, as well as for adults age 60 to 74 at increased risk of severe RSV.

From Los Angeles Times

She noted that outbreaks on the East Coast could make their way to California, as they have done with RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus.

From Los Angeles Times

In just 12 weeks, Elijah had developed tonsillitis, croup, respiratory syncytial virus, pneumonia, and an ear infection.

From BBC