Question
A five-year-old boy has had persistent coughing since he was three years old, accompanied by asthma symptoms when he has a cold. Diagnosed with asthma at Harbin Medical University First Hospital, but the specific type has not been determined. He experiences coughing and wheezing after exercise, along with coughing up white frothy sputum. How can this be alleviated?
Answer
Asthma treatment aims to relieve bronchospasm and reduce airway hyperreactivity. The first-line medication is a β2-adrenergic agonist, such as salbutamol inhaler. For children with diagnosed asthma, parents should cooperate with the doctor for treatment, including gastrointestinal decompression and cultivating good hygiene habits. Parents should avoid children’s picky eating and provide a balanced diet.