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Asthma is a chronic lung disorder that causes breathing difficulties. During an asthma attack, the air passages in the lung become inflamed and narrow, making breathing difficult. Children may cough, wheeze, or seem short of breath with an asthma...
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Pregnancy
With asthma being a very common medical condition, many women wonder how this diagnosis may affect their pregnancy. And with some women being afraid to take any unnecessary medications in pregnancy, they may think they should skip their asthma...
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As many as 7 million children under the age of 18 have asthma, and there’s no doubt asthma attacks are scary for both you and your child. Children with asthma suffer from inflammation of the airway lining, tightening of the airway muscles, and...
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Having a child with asthma can be downright scary. Oftentimes, your child’s symptoms worsen at night or when the doctor’s office is closed, leaving you to wonder when or if you should be offering treatment. This is where an asthma action plan comes...
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Nearly 7 million children have asthma, according to the Centers for Disease Control. If you are the parent of an asthmatic, you may notice that your child develops more symptoms during the cold winter months. Winter asthma Winter tends to bring...
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Inhaled steroids have been used for decades to reduce inflammation, swelling, and mucus production in the airways of children with asthma. They are considered first-line therapy for children who have persistent asthma symptoms, yet many parents...
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Pregnancy
Getting pregnant doesn’t stop your allergies — but it does change your options when it comes to what you can do or use to get some relief. The first step when you are feeling your allergies act up is to make sure your healthcare provider is aware...
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If your child has asthma, severe allergies, or even eczema, your pediatrician has probably prescribed a corticosteroid at some point. But what exactly is it, and is long-term use safe for your child? Corticosteroids are potent anti-inflammatory...
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If you’re one of the millions of parents who have a child with food allergies, and you’re thinking about having another baby, you’re probably wondering, “Is there anything I can do to prevent allergies in my new baby?” The answer: yes and no. We...
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Allergies are the most common chronic disease in children. If you, your spouse or your extended family have allergies, chances are good that your child will also have them. But how can you recognize if your child is suffering with an allergy or if...
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Baby
A study recently published in the journal Social Science & Medicine reignited the debate over the benefits of breastfeeding (or breast milk feeding) versus formula feeding when it seemed to find that the benefits of breastfeeding are...
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Health
When your child has frequent runny noses, constant sneezing, or a tummy ache after eating certain foods, it can be tempting to dismiss these symptoms as just an allergy. In most cases, allergies are a minor annoyance without lasting health...
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Across the US, we are knee deep in allergy season. While a bit of mild sneezing or itchy eyes might be no big deal, for some children seasonal allergies are brutal. Recognizing the difference between allergies and the common cold can be tricky, and...
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Allergies are an increasingly common health concern for children. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the rate of allergies in the industrialized world has been rising steadily for 50 years. Today, as much as 40...
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Many parents of children with asthma know all too well the battle that can happen when the nebulizer comes out. When faced with another frustrating nebulizer session, you might find yourself wondering, “What is this noisy machine the pediatrician...
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Parenting
Parental stress affects children of all ages. In fact, studies have shown that parents’ stress can put children at risk for behavioral, emotional, and learning problems, as well as health issues such as asthma. One recent study demonstrated that...
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A common cold in an infant can be worrisome enough, but when your baby starts wheezing, even the most experienced parent can have serious concerns. However, up to 50 percent of infants will have an episode of wheezing before their first birthday....
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Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that requires immediate medical treatment before it turns life-threatening. It happens when your child’s immune system reacts to an allergen. Some allergic reactions can be mild, resulting in itchy hives....
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Eczema (atopic dermatitis) causes red, dry, and itchy patches on the skin. It’s the most common chronic skin condition in children, affecting 10-20 percent of kids. It’s no secret that what we eat has a big impact on our overall health. And while...