Pediatric Asthma
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Pediatric asthma is a chronic respiratory disease in which children's airways become inflamed and narrow, which hinders the passage of air. It runs with episodes that can be triggered by allergies, infections, or certain environmental factors.
Common symptoms:
- Cough, especially at night or with exercise
- Whistling when breathing and a sensation of tightness in the chest
- Shortness of breath or fatigue when playing
Common triggers: Dust, smoke, pollen, weather changes, and respiratory infections usually favor the flare-ups.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician, the pediatric pulmonologist, and the allergist evaluate and follow up on childhood asthma. Identifying the triggers with professional support helps the child breathe better and maintain their daily activity with greater peace of mind.
Data on 11,241 doctors who treat pediatric asthma
Which specialist treats pediatric asthma?
Pediatric asthma is mainly treated by a pediatrician, with support from an allergist when specialized allergy management is needed. A neonatologist may be involved for very young infants. If your child has episodes of coughing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing, see a pediatrician or allergist.
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Doctors specialized in pediatric asthma
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is pediatric asthma?
Pediatric asthma is a chronic respiratory disease in which children's airways become inflamed and narrow, which hinders the passage of air. It runs with episodes that can be triggered by allergies, infections, or certain environmental factors.
Which doctor treats pediatric asthma?
Pediatric asthma is mainly treated by a pediatrician, with support from an allergist when specialized allergy management is needed. A neonatologist may be involved for very young infants. If your child has episodes of coughing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing, see a pediatrician or allergist.