Question
Patient male, 4 years old, in good physical condition. This time, the condition was discovered at night when sleeping with asthma sounds, breathing was even but rough, and there were no symptoms during the day. What should be done? Previous treatment and effects: 20 days ago, he had a cold, pneumonia, and asthma. He received 9 days of saline infusion for healing and then had a fever of 39.5 degrees for 3 more days. He received another 3 days of treatment for healing. Desired assistance: How should we handle this situation? How should treatment be administered? What are the home care practices? What should be noted? Thank you.
Answer
Asthma is an inflammatory disease of the respiratory tract with a relatively high incidence, especially in children. The main factors include heredity and environment, with environmental factors such as inhalation allergens, physical exertion after exercise, and respiratory infections triggering the condition, leading to symptoms like wheezing and difficulty breathing. Treatment primarily involves medication, which can usually be self-resolved or immediately relieved after taking medication. However, timely and reasonable treatment is necessary, as severe symptoms can lead to ischemia and hypoxia, potentially causing serious complications such as central nervous system damage. It is advisable to undergo timely and reasonable treatment under the guidance of a professional doctor. In daily life, it is important to exercise regularly and maintain a balanced diet to enhance physical fitness and avoid allergens that may trigger asthma attacks.