It can be easy to confuse asthma with a cold or flu, especially since colds and flus can actually trigger asthma symptoms. So it's important to learn how to recognize the most common symptoms of asthma. Compare your child's symptoms with those listed below.
Some asthma symptoms are loud or obvious, such as coughing and wheezing. But there are also the quiet, less obvious symptoms of asthma you may need to look for in children, such as
It's helpful to remember that asthma symptoms are not just heard - they can also be seen. If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, but you're just not sure if it's asthma, it's important to speak to your child's doctor. And if any of these symptoms are severe, don't hesitate to contact the doctor immediately or head straight to the emergency room.
Because children can't always express their symptoms, your child's doctor may rely on you to report symptoms in order to make an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment recommendations. It's important to talk to the doctor if your child's symptoms become more severe, if your child is using a rescue medicine more than two times a week, or if your child's sleep is interrupted more than twice a month due to coughing or breathing problems.
It's also important to learn about your child's asthma triggers and, if possible, find ways to avoid them. Download Asthma Triggers: What to Know, What to Do to gain even more knowledge on the common asthma triggers your child may face, along with tips on how to avoid them.
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