Question 1

is there any new treatment for asthma in children?

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Leukotrienes: One of the more recent advances in long term chronic therapies in inflammatory medications include leukotrienes, such as Montelukast( Singulair) and others. For a detailed description ofmide of action, discuss this with your pulmonologist

Question 2

what are the symptoms of asthma in children?

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Many: Asthma symptoms are varied. They can range from just having kids that cough with exercise or at night to kids that have shortness of breath and audible wheezing with anything from change of weather to colds.

Question 3

is there a cure for asthma in children?

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Can be controlled !: There are over 20 million americans tha have asthma and is is now common in children. As asthma is a chronic disease it is not curable in a sense but it can be very well controlled, with kids leading normal active lives. There are many olympian champions who have been asthmatics. It is important to understand what asthma is and the triggers in the environment as well as genetics and allergies.

Question 4

are nebulisers better than inhalers for asthma in children ?

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Depends: Depends on how old your child is and how proficient he is using the inhaler.

Question 5

how common is asthma in children?

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Mgt: It is quite common and an estimated 1/7 children has had a history of recurrent wheezing. There are many presentations of this diverse disease which result in different patterns of presentation and course. Fortunately, there are effective treatments available. A virtual appointment is available online.

Question 6

how do you treat asthma in children?

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Reliever/controller: There are two types of asthma meds. 
Relievers. That are quick acting bronchodilators designed to "open up" the airways, and controllers. That attack the underlying cause of asthma: chronic inflammation.

Question 7

how to heal asthma in children holistically?

Accepted Answer

Cannot: I'm afraid asthma cannot be cured by western medicine or any complementary or alternative medicine.  It can, at best, be well-managed.  Most children with asthma will actually outgrow it and be perfectly healthy (lung-wise) as adults.

Question 8

what can be done to treat asthma in children?

Accepted Answer

Complex answer: Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the lungs that can wax and wane over time. Treatment of asthma requires a thorough history and physical exam. Triggers should be identified through skin testing. Treatment is a combination of avoidance of allergens, use of inhaled corticosteroids and / or brochodilators. There are other medicines that can be used as well.  Treatment may be individualized.

Question 9

how to reduce out minimise asthma in children?

Accepted Answer

Meds-Avoid triggers: Treating asthma should included a written asthma care plan which outlines use of medications to better control symptoms.  Allergies are the most common trigger for asthma in children. The nhlbi asthma guidlines recommend identifying triggers and avoiding them.  Children with persistant asthma should see an allergist to help.  Allergy shots may be indicated.

Question 10

what are the common symptoms of asthma in children?

Accepted Answer

Cough, wheeze, SOB: Coughing is the most common symptom of asthma especially if cough occurs with exercise or laughing.  Colds that routinely go to the chest are very common in patients with asthma.  Wheezing and  shortness of breath may also occur with colds or exercise, but cough is the most common symptom.

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