Asthma: Child, Claritin

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Is It Asthma?

My 1 year old son has had a cough since the second week in January. He'll wake up in the middle of the night just hacking and chocking. He has a few fits during the day as well but it's really a night time thing. I've tried every kind of medicine there is and nothing seems to work. His ped. wants to start him on Asthma meds. to see if they help. Does this sound familiar to anyone? Does my son have asthma? I hate to label him with such a restricting illness.

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Asthma or Not Asthma?

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Asthma or Not?

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Asthma Medication

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Claritin and Other Allergy Meds

My son often gets runny nose/cough symptoms and my pediatrician has recommended that I try putting him on Claritin to manage those symptoms. I am reluctant to put him on medicine for prolonged periods of time. Dose anyone have information about any potential harmful effects of long-term use of allergy medicines in toddlers? Also, any suggestions of natural remedies that have worked would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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Is It Asthma?

My 1 year old son has had a cough since the second week in January. He'll...

21

Asthma or Not Asthma?

I have an 18 month adorable child who started to have wheezing at about six...

13

Asthma or Not?

Sorry, this is going to be long ....My 3 1/2 year old daughter has had...