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Approach to the difficult pediatric asthmatic.

B E Chipps1, D R Chipps

  • 1Capital Allergy and Respiratory Disease Center, Sacramento, CA 95819, USA.

Current Opinion in Pulmonary Medicine
|May 17, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Diagnosing infant wheezing requires evaluating lower airway anatomy and irritants. Management includes nonpharmacologic approaches like dietary changes and pharmacologic treatments such as inhaled corticosteroids.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Allergy and Immunology

Background:

  • Wheezing in infants and children poses diagnostic challenges.
  • Evaluation requires understanding lower airway anatomy and potential irritants.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline diagnostic and management strategies for pediatric wheezing.
  • To differentiate between various causes of wheezing in children.

Main Methods:

  • Review of factors influencing wheezing diagnosis.
  • Analysis of nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic interventions.

Main Results:

  • Differential diagnosis depends on symptoms and age.
  • Nonpharmacologic management involves dietary protein sensitivity and environmental control.

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  • Pharmacologic treatment focuses on sodium cromoglycate and inhaled corticosteroids.

    • Conclusions:

    • Comprehensive evaluation of lower airway anatomy and irritants is crucial.
    • Integrated management strategies are essential for effective treatment of pediatric wheezing.