Asthma

Topic: Pediatrics

Chronic airway inflammation causing recurrent, reversible bronchoconstriction in response to triggers such as allergens, infections, exercise, cold air and smoke. Wheezing, cough (especially at night), chest tightness and dyspnea are typical. During an attack, a silent chest, inability to speak and drowsiness signal a severe episode. Teach inhaler and spacer technique, trigger avoidance and the written action plan.

Also known as:

Bronchial asthma

In Turkish:

Astım