Question
A 12-year-old child, who previously had pediatric asthma, now has allergic rhinitis and is continuously using nasal saline rinses and medications such as Fusopt and loratadine tablets. Recently, after having a cold, asthma symptoms have appeared. How should the parents handle this situation?
Answer
Hello. For your child’s condition, it’s important to first understand if there is a family history of asthma. If the answer is yes, your child may have pediatric asthma. It is recommended to visit a professional hospital for treatment and consider using medications like Pulmicort for nebulizer diagnostic treatment. If the child’s wheezing symptoms significantly improve after nebulization, the possibility of asthma increases. However, the diagnosis of pediatric asthma requires a systematic evaluation.