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Treating asthma in children ages 5 to 11
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Asthma symptoms in children ages 5-11
Asthma emergencies
Tests to diagnose and monitor asthma
Using a peak flow meter
Asthma treatment
Asthma control: Steps for children ages 5 to 11
The key to asthma control: Stick to the plan
Asthma emergencies
Severe asthma attacks can be life-threatening and require a trip to the emergency room. Signs and symptoms of an asthma emergency in children ages 5 to 11 include:
- Significant trouble breathing
- Persistent coughing or wheezing
- No improvement even after using a quick-relief inhaler, such as albuterol (ProAir HFA, Ventolin HFA, others)
- Being unable to speak without gasping
- Peak flow meter readings in the red zone
