When your child is dealing with asthma, it can impact their ability to play and participate in sports. However, when asthma is left untreated, it can lead to issues sleeping and being completely unable to play sports. Understanding how to help manage your child’s asthma and help them breathe easier is important. Dr. Laurie Molina, Caroline Gabriel, NP, and Karina Chagolla, NP, at Physicians at Sweetwater Pediatrics in Sugar Land, TX, can explain asthma and how it might affect your child and their daily life.

Understanding and Treating Asthma

While your child participates in group activities, you should be able to rest easy knowing that your child is taken care of. It’s important that you understand what could cause your child’s asthma to worsen and what triggers you might need to avoid. When you avoid these triggers, you’ll be able to help your child avoid serious asthma attacks.

Often, your pediatric provider in Sugar Land, TX, can explain other ways to deal with asthma, especially in immediate situations. Your child might need to carry around a rescue inhaler for when your child is dealing with an attack. Your provider may also recommend inhaled corticosteroids to help open up the lungs and help your child breathe easier.

If your child is dealing with asthma caused by allergies, they may need immunotherapy to help lessen their allergies. This can also help lower their risk of dealing with an asthma attack.

If your child has asthma, it’s also important that you can instruct them to make adjustments during activities. They may need to run less or just take their time while exercising.

Contact Our Pediatric Team Today

Dr. Laurie Molina, Caroline Gabriel, NP, and Karina Chagolla, NP, at Physicians at Sweetwater Pediatrics in Sugar Land, TX, help you manage your child’s asthma effectively. Make sure you know how to support your child’s breathing and overall health. Call (281) 265-2272 to schedule an appointment and learn more about asthma management today.