In children with asthmatic symptoms, it is important to first consider as a possible cause inhaled foreign objects such as peanuts; viral infections such as croup; and bacterial infections, which may be accompanied by high fever and progress rapidly. Any child who has frequent coughing or respiratory infections should be checked for asthma.
The classic symptoms of an asthma attack include:
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Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Childhood Asthma
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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