Others may find that their symptoms become milder. Some children find their asthma gets better during the teenage years, but it can come back in later life. If your child only has symptoms when he or she gets a cold or viral illness, they are more likely to be symptom-free by the time they are ten. But if your child has eczema and hay fever as well as asthma he or she is less likely to grow out of it. At other times symptoms are severe and more urgent action is needed.
Attacks can be frightening so stay calm.
Do not put your arm around the child - this will be constricting. Help the child to breathe Loosen any tight clothing the child may be wearing. Get the child to sit in an upright position. Lying flat on the back is not recommended. Encourage the child to breathe slowly and calmly.