Asthma can develop in children of any age, but symptoms typically begin by age 5, the Cleveland Clinic says.
The clinic says parents should watch for:
- Frequent coughing spells that occur during playtime, laughing or at night.
- Lack of energy during playtime.
- Breathing rapidly, shortness of breath or wheezing.
- Discomfort or pain in the chest.
- A perceived tightness of the neck or chest muscles.
- Feeling tired often.
Health Tip: Create an Asthma Action Plan for School
If your school-age child has asthma, school educators and staff should know the specifics, in case of an emergency.
The U.S. National Library of Medicine says parents should consider an action asthma plan for school. The agency says the plan should include:
- A short explanation of your child's history of asthma.
- Symptoms to watch for.
- Contact information for doctors, nurses, parents and/or guardians.
- A list of the child's asthma triggers.
- The child's best peak flow reading.
- A list of medications, and how/when they are taken.
- Suggestions on how the child can be physically active during gym and recess.
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