Asthma can be triggered by physical exercise. Fortunately, EIA can be avoided through proper management and medication taken before exercise as recommended by your doctor. Your child can still engage in sports . 102 Airborne irritants attacking the very sensitive, reactive airways of asthmatics triggering an asthma attack. Other medical conditions can act as triggers for an asthma attack.
Children spend most of their day in school.
Therefore, it is very important that teachers and other school professionals understand the basics of asthma and asthma management. Find out if your child's school has an asthma policy and what it is. 2 Encourage the school to participate in an asthma education program such as Open Airways for Schools, provided by the American Lung Association. 2 Encourage your child to carry an inhaler and use it as needed. Most children older than seven or eight can do this, and it will help your child feel more in control of his or her asthma.