Thread by @DrZobo

FACTS ABOUT ASTHMA:

1. It can start in childhood/Adulthood
2. A child can outgrow it. Some don’t
3. There are warning signs before each flare
4. Has triggers
5. Asthma shouldn’t be a limitation
6. Some parents have NO CLUE their children have asthma

Clues?👇🏽
#FreedomFromAsthma

CLUES YOUR CHILD MAY HAVE ASTHMA:

1. Wheezing or whistling in the chest while exhaling
2. Coughing for weeks with a cold
3. Shortness of breathe or coughing when running sound
4. Tightness in the chest: They describe it as “chest hurting” or even tummy ache
 #FreedomFromAsthma

Tips on how to manage Asthma well in children.

1) Know their Asthma triggers and avoid them. Teach them too
2) Use your reliever medication as prescribed by a Dr
3) Follow your Drs treatment plan
4) Teach children to speak out when aura or symptoms occur👇🏽
#FreedomFromAsthma

An aura is the warning sign they have before an attack comes, they usually know over time. Pay attention to these warning signs.
5) Take children to their Drs for periodic reviews.

Let’s give Asthmatic children the freedom they deserve. #HappyChildrensDay  #FreedomFromAsthma

Let’s give our children the future they deserve, Asthma shouldn’t be a limitation.

Do you know your triggers, aura? Are you taking your medication as prescribed? Be safe.

Happy Children’s Day once more to kids everywhere.
#HappyChildrensDay #FreedomFromAsthma