Question
My child has been frequently coughing with a lot of phlegm. He says he sometimes has difficulty breathing and feels exhausted when walking. I took him to the hospital, and the doctor said he has pediatric asthma. What should I do now? How is asthma treated in infants and what are the symptoms of pediatric asthma?
Answer
Some infants experience wheezing and difficulty breathing, along with wheezing sounds in both lungs, when they have a cold or cough. Doctors often diagnose this as asthma bronchitis. Many parents worry that their children will develop asthma in the future. In fact, asthma bronchitis can be completely cured with active and reasonable treatment. Therefore, for infants who have had asthma bronchitis, good home care should be provided, and children should be encouraged to participate in outdoor activities.