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What is Asthma?

Asthma refers to a chronic condition affecting the airways. Asthmatics share the same symptoms, including a narrowing of their bronchial tubes. Airway narrowing occurs due to swelling of the lining of the airways, increased mucus production, tightened muscles around the airways, as well as accumulation of inflammatory cells. The narrowing causes coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

FAQs about Asthma Management

◦What are the symptoms of asthma?

There are many symptoms of childhood asthma, ranging from a persistent cough to sudden and frightening breathing problems. Parents should look out for the following signs:

•Nighttime coughing

•Whistling or wheezing sounds when you exhaling

•The skin around the ribs and neck pulls in tightly indicating trouble breathing or fast breathing

•Frequent colds that settle in the chest

Your child can have only one of these symptoms or several of them. You might think it's just a cold or bronchitis. However, it can be an indication that your child has asthma if the symptoms recur. Asthma symptoms may be exacerbated by triggers such as air irritants (e.g., smoke or strong odor), pollen, pet dander, or dust mites.

◦Can asthma be cured?

Although asthma cannot be cured, it can be controlled with treatment.

◦How can I tell if my child's asthma is under control?

The Asthma Control Test is an easy way to determine if your child's asthma is under control.

Well-controlled asthma means all of the following:

•Daily asthma symptoms are mild to none (cough, wheezing, or shortness of breath)

•Acute asthma attacks or episodes are rare (including hospital stays)

•Taking oral steroids (prednisone) no more than once a year

•No restrictions on school attendance or activities

•Only use quick-acting rescue medicines like albuterol no more than twice a week

•When healthy, lung function is normal

◦When should we consult an asthma specialist?

Your child should see an asthma specialist if he/she:

•Having trouble controlling his asthma

•In the last year, have been treated with oral steroids (prednisone) more than once

•Has symptoms every week during the day or at night

•Breathing problems when playing or performing activities

•Misses school because of asthma

•In the past year, have been to the emergency room more than once

•Breathing problems required a stay in the intensive care unit

•Has side effects from medications or does not respond to them

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Behavioral milestones are a set of skills, abilities, or behaviors shown throughout infancy and early childhood. These development milestones are significant indicators of how a child is doing and whether there are any developmental delay issues.  Each of these milestones involves physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and communication skills that babies and toddlers need to acquire as they develop and grow.

Understanding baby developmental milestones can help you keep an eye on your child's development and growth. Throughout this post, we'll explore the different milestones that babies reach each month and what to do if you are concerned that your baby is experiencing delays.

Read more: https://www.sangpediatrics.com/should-i-worry-understanding-developmental-milestones

Talk to a Pediatrician for Any Developmental Concerns

Consult your pediatrician or health care provider if you have concerns about your child's development. Consider having your child's pediatrician conduct a developmental screening if you detect any signs of developmental delay. Early diagnosis of absent baby developmental milestones helps children make better progress. If you need any guidance and consultation about your child’s developmental milestones, call or book an appointment with Sang Pediatrics.

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