Asthma is a long-term (chronic) lung disease that causes your child's airways to become sensitive to certain things (triggers).
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How asthma will affect a child throughout their lifetime varies, depending on the child.
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Your child's asthma may be triggered by a number of things: pollen, molds, certain foods, strong odors, or even exercise.
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From bed coverings to air purifiers, from pets to secondhand smoke, here are ideas to keep your child's asthma triggers under control.
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Having asthma isn't easy, and for most kids, neither is being a teen. Here are some common teen issues and suggestions for easing your child's concerns.
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Breathing the medication straight into the lungs works better and faster than taking the medication by mouth. Nebulizer treatments take about 15 to 20 minutes.
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The Asthma Action Plan includes information about your child's symptoms and medicines. It also includes instructions about managing your child’s symptoms and when to call their healthcare provider.
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Research shows that informed, supportive teachers and staff can play a big role in helping students manage their asthma.
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Do you want to gain better control over your asthma? Put it in writing!
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