List of Questions That Must Be Prepared Before Checking Your Child's Asthma

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Asthma is a problem in the airways that carry oxygen to your lungs. Someone who has asthma may not feel the symptoms all the time. But when an asthma attack occurs, the air will become difficult to pass through the respiratory tract. The symptoms are:

Cough
Wheezing
Tightness in the chest
Short breath

The following are some questions that you might want to ask your pediatrician to help deal with your child who has asthma.

Does my child take asthma medication correctly?
What treatment should my child take every day? What should I do if my child misses it in a day?
What medicines should I take when my child's breathing is in trouble? Are helper medicines safe for daily consumption?
What are the side effects of this drug? What side effects require me to contact a doctor?
How do I know when the inhaler will run out? Does my child use the inhaler the right way? Should I use a spacer?
What is the sign that asthma is getting worse and I should contact a doctor immediately? What should I do if the child's breath is shorter?
What injections or vaccines do my children need?
What changes should I make around the house?
Can I have a pet? Indoors or outdoors? How about the bedroom?
Is it allowed to smoke inside the house? What if my child is not in the house when someone smokes?
Is it good for me to clean or vacuum inside the house?
Are carpets allowed in the house?
What kind of furniture can I have?
How do I get rid of dust and mold in the house? Should I cover my child's bed and pillows?
Can my child have a doll?
How do I know if there are cockroaches in my house? How do I get rid of it?
What should I know about my school and daycare?
Do I need a plan for treating asthma at school?
How do I ensure that my child can take medicine or use medicine at school?
Can my child participate in sports lessons at school?
What kind of activity is good for children who have asthma?
Are there certain times that should be avoided to play outside?
Is there anything I have to do with my child before he starts activities?
Does my child need treatment or examination for allergies? What should I do when I know that my child will be around the trigger for asthma?
What kind of planning do I need when we will travel?
What medicines should I take? How can I get it again when it runs out?
Who should I contact when my child's asthma is getting worse?