Warning Sign Of Asthma In Children: Many times parents are unable to recognize the symptoms of asthma in children for a long time, due to which the condition becomes very serious due to delay in treatment. In such a situation, here we are telling you about some such signs, which are common in appearance but are related to asthma.
Asthma is a chronic and incurable disease. A person suffering from it has to live with its symptoms throughout his life. However, its severity can be reduced by starting treatment at the right time. Although people of all age groups are at risk of this lung-related disease. But children are more vulnerable to it.
The causes of asthma in children are genetics, short duration of breast feeding, weak immunity, pollution and exposure to second hand smoke. In such a situation, Dr. Ravi Shankar Jha, Director and Unit Head Pulmonology, Fortis Escorts Hospital has told about such initial symptoms, with the help of which this disease can be managed better in children.
What are the symptoms of asthma in children?
- A persistent cough, especially at night or during physical activities, can be an early sign of asthma in children. This cough may be dry or accompanied by phlegm.
- Wheezing is a high-pitched sound produced while breathing, usually heard during exhalation. It is caused by narrowing of the air passages and is a symptom of asthma in children.
- Children with asthma may experience difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, especially after physical exertion or exposure to asthma triggers such as allergens or cold air.
- Asthma can cause a feeling of tightness or discomfort in the chest. Children may describe the feeling that something is pressing or squeezing on their chest.
- Persistent coughing and difficulty breathing can cause fatigue in children with asthma. They may seem tired or lethargic, especially during periods of increased asthma symptoms.
- Asthma exacerbations can lead to rapid breathing, as the body tries to compensate for the drop in oxygen levels. Parents should monitor their child's breathing rate, especially during asthma attacks.
- Asthma symptoms often worsen at night, disrupting sleep patterns. Children with asthma may have trouble sleeping or wake up frequently due to coughing or difficulty breathing.
- Some children with asthma may avoid physical activities or sports for fear of triggering asthma symptoms. This can affect their overall physical fitness and quality of life.
- Allergies and asthma are linked. So children with asthma may also experience symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes or skin rashes, especially when exposed to allergens such as pollen, dust mites or pet dander.
- Living with asthma can be stressful for children, causing anxiety or irritability, especially during asthma attacks or when symptoms interfere with daily activities.
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