Asthma in Easton & Bethlehem, PA
Dr. Ramesh Kadewari sees patients daily for asthma at his practice at Pediatric Medical Center of Lehigh Valley. Our doctor is devoted to quality healthcare for children and is licensed, experienced, and board-certified in pediatric medicine.
What is Asthma?
There is no cure for asthma. However, as your child grows and develops, they may seldom experience asthma signs or symptoms. Asthma is well-managed in most children.
This long-term disease affects how the lungs function. Asthma has its triggers, and when your child comes in contact with a trigger, it causes their airways to become inflamed and narrow, thus making it difficult for the child to breathe. Asthma can be mild or severe, depending on the type, triggers, and treatment.
The bronchial tubes become inflamed when secretions thicken and become sticky, making it difficult to pass air into and out of the lungs. The airways become blocked, inflamed, and grossly irritated.
There are four levels of asthma; mild intermittent, mild persistent, moderate persistent, and severe persistent. But, with a well-planned treatment plan, your child can live a normal life. Pediatric Medical Center of Lehigh Valley explains that there are several types of asthma, and it will take the expertise of our doctor to decide which type of asthma your child has and devise a treatment plan.
Symptoms of Asthma
- Coughing
- Wheezing when breathing
- Trouble sleeping due to the inability to get enough air into the lungs
Symptoms and severity of asthma differ from child to child. Your child may have long periods of no symptoms or your child may be affected every day upon exertion. Serious and life-threatening symptoms happen quickly, and your child may need medical attention immediately.
- Fast breathing
- Chest pain
- Anxiety or panic state
- If lips and nail beds turn blue
- Ribs pull inward when trying to breathe
- Can't walk, talk, or breathe
- Unconscious-not breathing-death
Treatment Options for Asthma
We can discuss treatment options best for your child. Dr. Kadewari at Pediatric Medical Center of Lehigh Valley would like to care for your children and provide unparalleled healthcare for your family. If your child has symptoms of asthma but has no diagnosis of asthma, call us today to schedule a new patient consult.
If you are an existing patient, and you begin to notice symptoms of asthma, please call us for an immediate appointment. Our office is open to sick visits, wellness exams, school, and sports physicals.