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Paediatric problems of cough.

Andrew Bush1

  • 1Paediatric Respirology, Imperial School of Medicine at National Heart and Lung Institute, and Royal Brompton Hospital, London, UK. a.bush@rbh.nthames.nhs.uk

Pulmonary Pharmacology & Therapeutics
|July 9, 2002
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Diagnosing childhood cough involves categorizing it into five groups, distinguishing serious illnesses from treatable conditions and asthma syndromes. Effective management focuses on underlying causes and environmental factors, not cough syrups.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Respiratory Medicine
  • Clinical Diagnosis

Background:

  • Childhood cough is common, but identifying its cause requires careful evaluation.
  • Most children with cough are otherwise healthy, necessitating a structured diagnostic approach.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline a diagnostic framework for isolated childhood cough.
  • To differentiate between various causes of cough, including serious illnesses, treatable conditions, and asthma syndromes.
  • To guide appropriate management strategies based on the cough etiology.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed history and physical examination are primary diagnostic tools.
  • Targeted investigations are employed selectively based on clinical suspicion.
  • Diagnostic criteria for cough variant asthma in different age groups are proposed.

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Main Results:

  • Children with isolated cough can be classified into five categories: normal, serious illness, non-serious treatable causes, asthma syndrome, or overestimation of symptoms.
  • Cough syrups are ineffective; treatment should target the underlying condition.
  • Environmental factors like smoking and allergens are crucial considerations.

Conclusions:

  • A systematic approach aids in accurate diagnosis and management of childhood cough.
  • Avoiding over-diagnosis of asthma in cases of chronic non-specific cough is essential.
  • Long-term outcomes for children with chronic non-specific cough are generally favorable without specific treatment.