Allergy-Induced Asthma in Children
Asthma is a condition in which a person’s airways narrow and swell while producing extra mucus, causing difficulty in breathing and other symptoms. Some childhood asthma is triggered by allergies. Asthma is considered a chronic respiratory disorder that requires clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional.
Schedule an Appointment Today
If you suspect your child has allergy-induced asthma, call the Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s at 216-844-7700 to schedule an appointment today.
Symptoms of asthma present differently in every child but include:
- Trouble breathing or shortness of breath during activity
- A constant or intermittent cough
- Wheezing or whistling while your child is breathing
- Chest tightness
- Tiredness
- Cough at night
- Noisy breathing
At the Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital, we have extensive expertise and experience in providing outstanding care for children with all degrees of allergy-induced asthma severity – from mild intermittent asthma to severe persistent asthma.
In particular, we take great pride in our ability to treat hard-to-treat cases of asthma in children. Working closely with our colleagues in UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Pediatric Pulmonology division, we serve as a one-stop shop for biologic therapy, spirometry, fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) testing and other advanced diagnostic and therapeutic tools that are critical to the care of children with severe asthma, including the prescription and facilitation of allergen immunotherapy (AIT), commonly referred to as “allergy shots.”
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Schedule an Appointment Today
To schedule an appointment with one of our highly trained, compassionate pediatric allergist/immunologists, call 216-844-7700.