Childhood Asthma

Treatment for childhood Asthma includes:

Children with asthma should have a management plan. Generally two types of medications are available for the treatment

• Quick-relief medications help with sudden symptoms. The child will take them for quick relief during an asthma attack.
• Long-acting medications prevent airway inflammation and keep asthma under control. The child will most likely take them on a daily basis.

Asthma Treatment at home includes:

There are a few steps that you can try at home with your child to help reduce asthma symptom flare-ups.

• Humidifier – If the air in your home is too dry, it may trigger asthma symptoms.
• Breathing exercises – Practicing breathing exercises with your child can help prevent hyperventilation when symptoms flare up.
• Essential oils – Some research has suggested that diffusing essential oils may help to reduce airway inflammation.

Some steps to prevent childhood asthma triggers:

• Keep the child away from smoke in your home.
• Regularly clean the carpets and bedding which helps to fight dust mites.
• Child with asthma should be kept away from the pets.
• Frequent pest control is advised to avoid cockroaches.
• Children should be distanced from scented cleaning products or candles.
• The child must get a flu shot every year.

If your child is suffering from any of the above symptoms, and would like to get evaluated by a board-certified Pediatrician, you can call Quick MD Care at 972-645-9400 to make an appointment.

At Quick MD care, we strongly suggest regular preventive check-ups for your child so that you can identify early signs of Asthma. We are well-equipped with all the infrastructure, expertise and facilities to diagnose and treat childhood asthma. We are known for providing best-in-class service in treating and caring for your child. We serve patients from Frisco TX, Little Elm TX, The Colony TX, McKinney TX, Prosper TX, Aubrey TX, Oak Point TX, Lakewood Village TX, Plano TX, and Dallas TX.