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Finding a Better Solution for Asthma Control in Children
Shaheen Sombans1, Petras Lohana2
1Internal Medicine, Bharati Vidyapeeth University Medical College and Hospital, Pune, IND.
Insights
Pediatric asthma management is crucial for control, but parental, school, and child-related factors pose challenges. This review explores these hurdles and proposes solutions for better asthma care in children.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Respiratory Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Asthma is a prevalent chronic respiratory disease in children.
- Effective management and regular follow-ups are key to controlling childhood asthma.
- Several global factors impede optimal care for asthmatic children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the influence of parents, schools, and children on asthma care.
- To identify challenges in managing pediatric asthma.
- To discuss potential solutions for improving asthma management in children.
Main Methods:
- Mini-review of existing literature.
- Analysis of roles of stakeholders (parents, schools, child).
- Discussion of identified barriers and proposed solutions.
Main Results:
- Parental, school, and child-related factors significantly impact asthma management.
- Specific hurdles include lack of awareness, adherence issues, and environmental triggers.
- Solutions involve education, improved communication, and supportive policies.
Conclusions:
- Addressing parental, school, and child-level factors is essential for effective pediatric asthma control.
- Interdisciplinary approaches are needed to overcome care barriers.
- Improved strategies can enhance the quality of life for children with asthma.
Abstract:
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that is very common among children. With proper management and follow-ups, this condition can be easily controlled in a child. However, there are several factors that are negatively influencing a proper care of asthmatic children throughout the world. In this mini-review, the roles of the parents, the schools and the child himself were analyzed and several possible solutions to improve those hurdles were discussed.
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