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Asthma Question
Asked by K.B. from Portland
on March 1, 2010
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My 2 1/2 year old daughter, who had never had any significant respiratory issues before except a few colds and coughs, was diagnosed wtih a low-grade pneumonia and pro...
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- my son is 2 1/2 as well, he has had asthma since he was a baby. we have done the breathing treatments all the time. His asthma is triggered very easily. Whenever he...
- You need to give her the albuterol when she has and increase Work of Breathing. Increased Respiratory Rate, if she looks like she has to push air out, tight hacking c...
- I had asthmatic symptoms due to food allergies for many years- particularly dairy caused mine. Doctors for some reason refuse to test ANYONE for food allergies, though...
Natural Remedies for Asthma
Asked by M.H. from Chicago
on February 25, 2012
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Looking for non-conventional remedies or other types of natural medicine for the control of asthma, all those medicines my son is taking seem to affect his behavior an...
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- I would do a rotation diet to find out what food sensitivities he has going on- this is explained better in her book, but you can search for it online and get some gui...
- I live in CA, otherwise I would give you my daughters allergist. We were referred to him about a yr ago and it has made such a difference in her life! So i recommend ...
- Asthma is a symptom and not a disease. Typically allergies are the underlying cause. Have you seen an allergist and had him tested? If you treat the allergies you m...
Effect of Sugar on Children with Asthma
Asked by I.M. from Houston
on April 14, 2008
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Is there anyone with information about the effects of sugar on children especially in the acute phase of asthma. I have read that it affects the immune system, too. ...
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- He needs to see an allergist and that will control his asthma. I know from experience. Also if he is on antibiotics its because of infection he needs to get rid of tha...
- Whether a child has asthma, some other chronic respiratory condition, or any compromising health issue, sugar can have devistating effects. Unfortunately, it is found ...
- OK, this may or may not help. My 21 year old son had his first asthma attack at 13 months. I was fortunate enough to live in Tuscon, Az at the time and my allergist wa...
Allergy Induced Asthma
Asked by C.K. from Detroit
on December 4, 2006
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I took my 4 year old to the Dr's today. We found out that he is possibly allergic to our dog. With the allergy, it is causing asthma. I was wondering if there are any ...
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- I am suprised at the number of people who would rather stuff there chid with drugs to deal with a pet allergy, instead of finding a permanent solution. Do your researc...
- Finally a Dr using his brain cells. First thing you do is take your child out of the house for the day and clean real good. Especially his room and primary play area....
- I had a quick question I just wanted to ask....What allergy Doctor did you take him to go see? Just wondering if he is the same one I took my daughter too. You don't...
Gestational Diabetes
Asked by K.O. from Portland
on June 25, 2009
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Hello moms! I recently decided not to return to work after maternity leave and my health insurance expires at the end of this month. I applied for an individual plan...
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- Hi K., Since I live in Washington I'm not familiar with all the ins and outs of insurance stuff in Oregon, but I do have have one thought for you. You may need...
- I had g-diabetes when I was pregnant also. I ended up going through Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield. They're rates are a little high right now, but insurance is insur...
- With so many layoffs in the State. I have heard and been recommended Lifewise 1-800-592-6804. Good luck to you. A. Jo
Pulmacort and Abuterol Anyone Have a Child on Nebulizer....
Asked by K.C. from Syracuse
on May 7, 2010
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My 3 1/2 son has viral induced asthma. When he is on the nebulizer he is a completely different child. He crys over everything, super emtional and crazy moody. The doc...
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- Not sure if my last post actually sent to you. But my now 8 year old had the same issue. See if your allergist could switch to xoponex. it has definately helped my dau...
- Pulmacort is a steroid, so it's probably agitating him because it can really make kids antsy. Unfortunately, it's something that he really needs though. You could as...
- Sorry didn't realize everyone else said XOPENEX as well!
"When to Take Your Child to the Dr." Question
Asked by A.M. from Lakeland
on May 15, 2010
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Hi Moms, I am looking for some opinions here...definitely some good advice too! I grew up with a mom that whenever I got so much as a sniffle, fever, sore throat, cut...
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- I used to(and sometimes still do) struggle with the same thing. Then I became educated about nutrition and natural living and have since stopped taking my kids to the ...
- You know, I struggle with the same thing, and my hubby IS a doctor (adult med) :) For me, I usually only take them in if they are actually ACTING sick--lethargy, mark...
- I am right there with you. My mom didn't take us for every little thing, but I was legitimately sick with sinus infections and strep throat quite a bit. I hate the tho...
Medicine for Behavioral Problems
Asked by W.D. from Dallas
on May 18, 2008
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I have a 10 year old who has been in counseling the last year because he has social problems. He hasn't done anything bad or wrong, he is highly intelligent and has pr...
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- I've never used Addasil, but have used Ritalin when my 25 year old son was young, and "Thanks to the miracle of Ritalin" (which was my son's saying)he was able to focu...
- W., I'm sorry I don't have any advice your. I seem to be going through a similar situation. Reading your story, though interests me because my son is 4 and we're hav...
- W., I read your story and pictured my own 10 year old as I was reading. Although I have not tried medication, I have wanted to at times and have spoken with several...
2 Inhalers, 1 ER and One daily...HELP!
Asked by K.R. from Toledo
on May 3, 2008
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My daughter was diagnosed last month with asthma. She has a Flovent inhaler that we use (2 puffs in the AM and 2 puffs in the PM) on a daily basis. We have an emerge...
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- Use the albuterol. I have a son, a brother, and 2 nephews with asthma. I have had bronchitis that caused temporary asthma like symptoms and I can say from personal e...
- Wow. Lots of advise. We have been deeling with respiratory problems with my son since newborn and he is now ten. We see a pulmonary specialist at Riley. I would re...
- It is safe to use albuterol, but using it more than twice a week is a sign that your asthma is not well controlled. This is according to the NIH guidelines for asthma....
Teacher Issues, Not Sure What to Do...
Asked by ✿.*. from Los Angeles
on November 18, 2011
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Hi Ladies,
This year has been a challenge for us with my 1st grade son. He is getting one + hours of homework each night, has been sick and missed 11 days this quarte...
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- I would homeschool before putting him on more drugs. I know my husband won't agree to it for social reasons either.
- Oh, Mama. That teacher needs to be brought up short. I'd begin with the principal. If that doesn't resolve issues (which should be addressed through an actual apolo...
- I didn't even finish the whole post but my first instinct was to pull him out of that classroom. He sounds like a smart cookie (124 IQ) but he has a different learning...
