Symptoms of Asthma in Children

A child may even have different symptoms from one episode to the next. Signs and symptoms of asthma in children include:

• A cough that doesn’t go away (which may be the only symptom)
• Coughing spells that happen often, especially during play or exercise, at night, in cold air, or while laughing or crying
• A cough that gets worse after a viral infection
• Less energy during play, and stopping to catch their breath during activities
• Avoiding sports or social activities
• Trouble sleeping because of coughing or breathing problems
• Rapid breathing
• Chest tightness or pain
• Wheezing, a whistling sound when breathing in or out
• Seesaw motions in their chest (retractions)
• Shortness of breath
• Tight neck and chest muscles
• Feeling weak or tired
• Trouble eating, or grunting while eating (in infants)

If your child has severe symptoms of asthma, contact an asthma specialist or any pediatrics. The doctor will prescribe your child the right medication needed to control his/her asthma. Contact Blossom Kids Clinic.