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Assess symptoms that may indicate asthma in your child with this quiz Recognizing key signs can help, but consult a healthcare professional for a diagnosis.
Consider if your child experiences frequent coughing, especially at night, during, or when laughing. Notice if they wheeze or make a whistling sound when breathing. Shortness of breath, rapid breathing, or chest tightness are important indicators as well. Observe if these symptoms worsen from triggers like pollen, dust, smoke, or cold air.
Next, reflect on your child’s medical history. Has your child had recurrent bronchitis or respiratory infections? Is there a family history of asthma or allergies? Also, consider if symptom relief is achieved with asthma medications.
If several of these symptoms or patterns are present, it may suggest asthma, and it is crucial to schedule a visit with a pediatrician for appropriate testing and management.