Introduction
Childhood asthma which is an upper respiratory disorder is characterized with inflammation of airways and lungs on exposure to certain triggers. It may get aggravated on inhaling pollen, cold or flu or due to other respiratory infection. Childhood asthma may create annoying and disturbing environment which directly affects the quality of life. If the condition is not controlled it can impose serious complications like asthma attacks.
Symptoms of Childhood Asthma
- Shortness of breath along with coughing and wheezing.
- Bronchitis soon after a respiratory infection.
- Experiencing a trouble during playing or exercising.
- Poor sleep induced Fatigue.
- Frequent, and annoying intermittent coughing.
- Whistling and wheezing sound during breathing.
- Congestion and chest tightness.
- Experiencing pain in chest.
Causes of Childhood Asthma
Viral infections includes common cold and flu Getting exposed to different air pollutants and smoke Being Allergic to mold, dust mites, pollen and pet dander Excess Physical activity Weather changes and cold air.
Diagnosis of Childhood Asthma
- Blood test - In this case sample of blood is taken for measuring the level of white blood cells that may aggravate in response to infections.
- Chest X-ray - An image taken with a chest X-ray shows and clarifies the changes in the lung when asthma is moderate to severe.
- Allergy test - In this case a skin and even a blood test is helpful in indicating allergy to a suspected allergen.
Prevention of Childhood Asthma
If one becomes aware of the triggers for his child's asthma, it's advisable to make adjustments at home and our surroundings in order to mitigate and prevent condition from becoming worse.
- One must clean thoroughly the house and the surroundings for controlling dust and pet dander.
- One must also keep a check on pollen count reports.
- Regularly removing and cleaning products along with household products which are major triggers and irritants.
- Try to be regular with taking your child's allergy medicine on time as advised by your physician.
- Being strict with your child for hand washing and eating habits to mitigate irritant induced asthma.