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Pediatric Ms Symptoms
Pediatric asthma
Symptoms
- Difficulty breathing
- Fast (rapid) breathing
- Shortness of breath, even at rest
- Tightness in the chest
- Cough
Note: A persistent night-time cough is one common sign of asthma, even in children without other symptoms.
Emergency symptoms:
- Difficulty breathing
- Bluish color to the lips and face
- Severe anxiety due to shortness of breath
- Rapid pulse
- Sweating
- Decreased level of alertness, such as severe drowsiness or confusion
Signs and tests
The doctor will use a stethoscope...
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