Question
My nine-year-old child always feels short of breath before going to bed every night, and this returns to normal after sleeping. There are also occasional episodes during the day. The child has a history of allergic rhinitis, pharyngitis, and tonsillitis, but does not cough. Could this be a reaction to allergic asthma?
Answer
Disease Analysis: Asthma is often caused by allergic factors and often accompanied by upper respiratory infection symptoms. Improper treatment may lead to pneumonia. The current recommended treatment focus is to reduce airway allergic reactions and alleviate symptoms of cold and pneumonia. Azythromycin and aminophylline can be used for treatment.