What Are the Symptoms of Childhood Variant Asthma?
Disease description:
My younger sister has recently been experiencing shortness of breath frequently. After visiting the hospital for evaluation, the doctor diagnosed her with cough-variant asthma. What are the symptoms of cough-variant asthma in children?
Typical symptoms of childhood cough-variant asthma include coughing, sputum production, and shortness of breath. If not treated promptly and effectively, additional symptoms such as chest tightness and dyspnea may develop, adversely affecting the child’s overall health. In cases of childhood cough-variant asthma, adjunctive treatment with medications such as albuterol—under a physician’s guidance—can help improve the condition over time.