Patient's question:
At 19 months of age with a history of allergies. Once, when the air conditioner was set to a low temperature, he developed a coughing symptom. It wasn't too severe. After coming out of the room, the symptoms subsided. Later, there were two more instances in air-conditioned rooms where he experienced wheezing and heavy breathing, accompanied by a few coughs. After leaving the room, the symptoms again subsided. At 21 months of age. For several consecutive nights, as long as there was some physical exertion, he would experience wheezing.Doctor's answer:
Diagnostic Criteria for Childhood Asthma(1) Recurrent wheezing. Rapid breathing. Chest tightness or coughing. Primarily triggered by exposure to allergens. Cold air. Physical or chemical irritants. Viral upper and lower respiratory tract infections. Exercise. Etc.
(2) During an attack, wheezing sounds can be heard in both lungs, often diffuse or widespread, with prolonged exhalation.
(3) Bronchodilators show significant effectiveness.
(4) Wheezing, shortness of breath, or chest tightness caused by other diseases. Based on the infant's clinical presentation, the likelihood of asthma is higher. Treatment at a local hospital is also appropriate and may require long-term use. The specific treatment process should be tailored to the child's individual circumstances. Strictly speaking, asthma cannot be completely cured. However, timely treatment can still achieve control.