Childhood Asthma

Overview

Childhood asthma is the most common chronic respiratory disease of childhood, caused by chronic airway inflammation and hyperresponsiveness. It presents with recurrent wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness, often occurring at night or in the early morning and triggered by allergen exposure or exercise.

Symptoms

• Recurrent cough
• Wheezing
• Chest tightness
• Shortness of breath
• Nighttime attacks

Treatment

The core of management is standardized medication for control and allergen avoidance, requiring long-term management and follow-up under a physician's guidance.

Dietary advice

Eat a balanced diet, avoid known allergenic foods, and eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables to strengthen the constitution.