What are the symptoms of bronchial asthma in children?
Disease description:
My child has been coughing and experiencing shortness of breath recently. After visiting the hospital for examination, the doctor diagnosed it as pediatric bronchitis with wheezing. What are the symptom manifestations of pediatric bronchitis with wheezing?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
The symptoms of bronchitis with wheezing in children are varied and mainly include the following aspects:
1. Cough: Initially presents as an irritative dry cough, which may later be accompanied by sputum production. When bacterial infection occurs, the sputum may become yellowish and purulent.
2. Wheezing: Children experience wheezing; in severe cases, obvious wheezing sounds can be heard, especially worsening at night.
3. Fever: Most children have low to moderate fever. Body temperature may rise depending on the severity of infection, sometimes exceeding 39°C.
4. Dyspnea: Characterized by expiratory breathing difficulty. In severe cases, cyanosis of the lips, mucous membranes, and fingernails may occur.
5. Other symptoms: Some children may also exhibit restlessness, loss of appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, and other symptoms.
If the condition persists or worsens, timely medical evaluation and treatment are recommended.
