Why Do I Keep Getting Tracheitis?

Causes. Bacterial tracheitis is a bacterial infection of the trachea and is capable of producing airway obstruction. One of the most common causes is Staphylococcus aureus and often follows a recent viral upper respiratory infection. Bacterial tracheitis is a rare complication of influenza infection.

What causes tracheitis?

Bacterial tracheitis is most often caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. It often follows a viral upper respiratory infection. It affects mostly young children. This may be due to their tracheas being smaller and more easily blocked by swelling.

What does tracheitis feel like?

If your child develops bacterial tracheitis, it will likely happen after they've contracted an upper respiratory infection (URI), such as the common cold. Their initial symptoms may include cough, runny nose, and low-grade fever.