- posted: Jan. 16, 2024
What is Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic lung condition which causes airway inflammation and constriction. This leads to breathing difficulties like wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. This can disrupt daily life. Asthma can be triggered by allergies & other environmental factors, respiratory infections, weather changes, and physical activity. Because respiratory infections are more frequent in children, this is a common trigger for wheezing. Asthma is frequently inherited. There is often a family history of asthma. If left unmanaged, asthma can impact growth and development and limit typical childhood activities. Valley Pediatric Associates understands the worry this may bring to families. With proper treatment, your child can fully participate in all activities.
At Valley Pediatrics Associates, in Owings Mills, MD, our compassionate team collaborates closely with families, to help them manage asthma effectively. We provide comprehensive care, offering guidance on medication use, environmental triggers, and lifestyle adjustments.
Tips for Management of Asthma
Prevention plays a vital role. Keep your home smoke-free. Avoid dust mites, pet dander, and molds. For some children, mattress covers and pillow covers can help. Ensure flu vaccinations yearly to minimize respiratory infections. Encourage physical activity.
Allergy medications can suppress allergies which are a trigger for some. Daily controller medications, like inhaled corticosteroids, help reduce inflammation in the airways. Rescue inhalers provide quick relief during flare-ups. Some children with asthma may need medication before physical activity, so let your pediatrician know if exercise triggers your child’s asthma.
Look for signs of poorly controlled asthma:
- Nighttime cough
- Using rescue inhaler more than twice a day for more than 2 weeks
- Continued wheezing despite using the medications correctly
- Wheezing or cough interfering with activities or school
Managing asthma can be challenging because every child is different. Together with the family, the clinicians at Valley Pediatrics we will create an asthma action plan for your specific child. This plan will outline prevention strategies and steps to take during an asthma attack.
Empower your child by educating them about their condition, fostering independence in managing medications, and recognizing early warning signs.
Visit Valley Pediatric Associates for Asthma Care
Call Valley Pediatrics Associates for an appointment if your child’s asthma is not well-controlled. Prompt care ensures proper management, especially during flare-ups, helping them breathe comfortably and thrive. Regular check-ups ensure continual monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans to suit your child's evolving needs.
Please explore our website to learn about the conditions we treat and the services provided. If your child requires diagnosis and treatment of asthma don't hesitate to seek expert care from Valley Pediatrics Associates in Owings Mills, MD. Call us at (410) 902-7710 to schedule an appointment.
- posted: Jan. 16, 2024
What is Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic lung condition which causes airway inflammation and constriction. This leads to breathing difficulties like wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. This can disrupt daily life. Asthma can be triggered by allergies & other environmental factors, respiratory infections, weather changes, and physical activity. Because respiratory infections are more frequent in children, this is a common trigger for wheezing. Asthma is frequently inherited. There is often a family history of asthma. If left unmanaged, asthma can impact growth and development and limit typical childhood activities. Valley Pediatric Associates understands the worry this may bring to families. With proper treatment, your child can fully participate in all activities.
At Valley Pediatrics Associates, in Owings Mills, MD, our compassionate team collaborates closely with families, to help them manage asthma effectively. We provide comprehensive care, offering guidance on medication use, environmental triggers, and lifestyle adjustments.
Tips for Management of Asthma
Prevention plays a vital role. Keep your home smoke-free. Avoid dust mites, pet dander, and molds. For some children, mattress covers and pillow covers can help. Ensure flu vaccinations yearly to minimize respiratory infections. Encourage physical activity.
Allergy medications can suppress allergies which are a trigger for some. Daily controller medications, like inhaled corticosteroids, help reduce inflammation in the airways. Rescue inhalers provide quick relief during flare-ups. Some children with asthma may need medication before physical activity, so let your pediatrician know if exercise triggers your child’s asthma.
Look for signs of poorly controlled asthma:
- Nighttime cough
- Using rescue inhaler more than twice a day for more than 2 weeks
- Continued wheezing despite using the medications correctly
- Wheezing or cough interfering with activities or school
Managing asthma can be challenging because every child is different. Together with the family, the clinicians at Valley Pediatrics we will create an asthma action plan for your specific child. This plan will outline prevention strategies and steps to take during an asthma attack.
Empower your child by educating them about their condition, fostering independence in managing medications, and recognizing early warning signs.
Visit Valley Pediatric Associates for Asthma Care
Call Valley Pediatrics Associates for an appointment if your child’s asthma is not well-controlled. Prompt care ensures proper management, especially during flare-ups, helping them breathe comfortably and thrive. Regular check-ups ensure continual monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans to suit your child's evolving needs.
Please explore our website to learn about the conditions we treat and the services provided. If your child requires diagnosis and treatment of asthma don't hesitate to seek expert care from Valley Pediatrics Associates in Owings Mills, MD. Call us at (410) 902-7710 to schedule an appointment.