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Preschool and Childhood Asthma
In this episode, we discuss:
What is the definition of asthma? 1:46
What are the symptoms of asthma? 2:50
Is asthma the only cause of wheeze? 3:22
How often do children experience symptoms? 3:58
Do children outgrow asthma? 4:43
How common is asthma in children? 4:58
Do genetics play a role in asthma? 5:19
How is preschool asthma diagnosed? 6:19
Can you diagnose asthma after the first episode? 8:05
Are there special tests used to diagnose asthma? 8:31
Which puffer or treatment is used? 9:02
What if symptoms don't improve after treatment? 10:06
What is the best way to use a puffer? 10:42
How do I know when my child's symptoms are well-controlled? 11:54
What is the as-needed puffer? 13:28
What are the side effects of the as-needed (blue) puffer? 13:28
How many puffs should my child use of the as-needed puffer? 14:08
What is the long acting puffer? 14:22
What are the side effects of the long acting (steroid) puffer? 14:22
How long do puffers take to work? 15:33
Are there any other medications used? 15:52
What other resources do you recommend? 16:40
Canadian Paediatric Society: https://www.caringforkids.cps.ca/uploads/wellbeings/Asthma_plan_ENG_2016.pdf
About Kids Health (SickKids): https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/asthmahub
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @TheDrDictionary
Peer reviewed by Dr. Ostreicher, Paediatrician at North York General Hospital, Toronto, Canada
Original music by Nicholas and John Bragagnolo
DISCLAIMER:
This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor’s appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor’s visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.
Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn’t mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle.
In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
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In this episode, we discuss:
What is the definition of asthma? 1:46
What are the symptoms of asthma? 2:50
Is asthma the only cause of wheeze? 3:22
How often do children experience symptoms? 3:58
Do children outgrow asthma? 4:43
How common is asthma in children? 4:58
Do genetics play a role in asthma? 5:19
How is preschool asthma diagnosed? 6:19
Can you diagnose asthma after the first episode? 8:05
Are there special tests used to diagnose asthma? 8:31
Which puffer or treatment is used? 9:02
What if symptoms don't improve after treatment? 10:06
What is the best way to use a puffer? 10:42
How do I know when my child's symptoms are well-controlled? 11:54
What is the as-needed puffer? 13:28
What are the side effects of the as-needed (blue) puffer? 13:28
How many puffs should my child use of the as-needed puffer? 14:08
What is the long acting puffer? 14:22
What are the side effects of the long acting (steroid) puffer? 14:22
How long do puffers take to work? 15:33
Are there any other medications used? 15:52
What other resources do you recommend? 16:40
Canadian Paediatric Society: https://www.caringforkids.cps.ca/uploads/wellbeings/Asthma_plan_ENG_2016.pdf
About Kids Health (SickKids): https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/asthmahub
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @TheDrDictionary
Peer reviewed by Dr. Ostreicher, Paediatrician at North York General Hospital, Toronto, Canada
Original music by Nicholas and John Bragagnolo
DISCLAIMER:
This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor’s appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor’s visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.
Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn’t mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle.
In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.