What are the symptoms of asthma in children?
Disease description:
I've noticed that after my child exercises, he keeps wheezing and feels very uncomfortable. I'm worried that he might have asthma. Could you please tell me what symptoms are associated with childhood asthma?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
The clinical manifestations of childhood asthma mainly include the following aspects:
1. Recurrent wheezing: One of the primary characteristics of childhood asthma is wheezing, which becomes more pronounced during severe episodes and may even be audible without a stethoscope or from a distance. The wheezing sounds are high-pitched, accompanied by increased respiratory rate and difficulty breathing. Infants and young children may exhibit mouth breathing and nasal flaring.
2. Cough and sputum production: During the prodromal phase, children with asthma often experience coughing due to bronchial mucosal hypersensitivity. Initially, the cough is typically dry and non-productive, but later on, sputum production may develop. Particularly at the end of an attack, as bronchial spasms and mucosal edema subside, large amounts of secretions may be expelled.
3. Chest tightness and chest pain: Chest tightness is a common symptom in childhood asthma, especially during the early stages and acute attacks. If an asthma attack is severe and prolonged, chest pain may also occur, possibly related to respiratory muscle fatigue.
