Influence of Seasonality in Pediatric Respiratory Tract Infections: A Hospital-Based Retrospective Study in Jaffna

This study aims to determine the prevalence, age distribution, and seasonal variation of respiratory infection in the Jaffna peninsula. This study was a descriptive retrospective study in which all patients 12 years of age and below who presented with signs and symptoms of respiratory tract infections and received inward treatment between January 2016 and December 2020 were included. During that period, a total of 2924 data were analyzed. The analysis showed significant correlations between the seasons and disease burden. This knowledge can provide insight into managing resources effectively in resource-limited settings.