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Any parents here that have a .... Son or Daughter with Asthma? If so, what was your first reaction when you found out?

The reason I'm asking is that my lovely Son was just diagnosed Asthma and to be honest I'm having a hard time dealing with it. Healthy child and has just been diagnosed with an illness that could last a lifetime. Sorry, for this post, just have it inside and as mentioned above and having a hard time dealing with it.

Thanks for listening.
 

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Well, the asthma can last a lifetime, but in all honesty many, many children with asthma grow out of it as they enter adulthood. I'll bet your child will be one of those. tulsa
 

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My nephew had it bad as a small child and it was basicly gone by 13. Plays high school basketball now and runs track.
 

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The affects of asthma can vary widely depending upon the severity. I have some friends who have mild asthma. The brother never even has to use an inhaler. The sister uses it occasionally. There are some people who have even worse symptoms that can cause them to not be able to exercise.

As always, your doctor will be able to tell you how severe this is for your child and the steps necessary to control it.
 

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My eldest son has asthma, but he has been able to deal very well. He uses a nebulizer on occaision, we have fond it helps him before athletic events.

He is active, swimming, soccer, track, although is endurance can suffer on occiasion.

My sister, had/has asthma and still uses an inhaler on occiasion. It has not effected her too much.
 

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there is a company n georgia that uses NASA technology to make an air filter that snuffs asthma. 4 dimes but Ive seen it work.
 

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My brother had it growing up. He grew out of it. His son was born with a bad case of asthma. He had a home breathing machine for it ect. He is now 9yrs plays football, and is active. Once in awhile he will have to use the machine now. Not very often though. He has learned to know when he needs to slow down his activites.
 

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My Daughter had to go into the hospital about a year ago for asthma.

As a parent you do your best to protect your children from the evils of the world and when something happens to them that is beyond your control it is natural to feel a little depressed but with proper care and medication Asthma can controlled and as he gets older he could grow out of it.
 

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yes you can grow out of it.when i was a kid i was in and out of the hospital alot especially in the summertime.i was restricted from participating in alot of sports things,but back in the early 80s they didnt have many medications or really know too much about it yet.i think around my teens i started taking an inhaler(proventil) and noticed my attacks were less severe and less frequent.ant that time i started jogging,i guess i was rebelling from not being able to do alot in my childhood.i am now 40,still an avid jogger and cant remember the last time i had an attack.i still need to hit my inhaler (albuterol) before i jog.i hope this help ease your concern.on another personal note,im in no way a doctor but i remember when i was young i used to sip on ice tea during an attack,something about the caffiene in it.i did read something about this somewhere.take care
 

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I have asthma, have had it all my life. It has gotten much, much better for me as an adult. As a kid, I was allergic to cats, rabbits, and some dogs (with long fur), so anytime I would go to someone's house with cats or dogs, my asthma would go nuts! Keep him away from things that he is allergic to (if he ever develops an allergy)....it can be pure misery. It's like you're getting 2% of the air you're supposed to be getting.

It is my opinion that if you live a relatively healthy lifestyle, symptoms can be held in check. Times in my life where I've been out of shape, I've suffered the worst. Times where I've been in good shape and eating well (military days, for instance), it really has been a non-issue. I got into the military only by saying that I didn't have it (I know, shame on me!), but I was quickly whipped into the best shape of my life and it really was not a problem for me. When I'm out of shape, the symptoms are amplified (like many things in life). Seriously, when I sit around and get no cardio for a few months, it starts kicking my ass. When I get my heart rate up and eat right, you wouldn't know I have asthma!
 

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Adding to Brutus' comment, I became addicted to caffeine. I was always wired on soda as a teenager, my parents couldn't understand why I drank so much of it. Maybe the caffeine gives you energy, which keeps you active (walking around, etc.) which keeps you breathing deeper (which feels good) than if you just sat and relaxed. Just a theory.

I kicked the caffeine habit, but now I need water...lots of water. It's like I can sense when I'm not properly hydrated. Not sure if others with asthma need water, but it helps me. Water is a basic necessity that many people get way too little of. If your urine is colored at all, you need more water. Urine should always be clear or very slightly yellow. If it looks like beer....not good and won't help with asthma!

:drink: ---------> That's water, not booze!! LOL
 

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Thank you once again for your positive replies. In addition, I've been mentioning these replies to my wife. Thank you and God Bless You all.
 

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i had it as a kid - but like most mentioned - outgrew it

mom smoked before i was born because people back then didn't know any better. there would be times growing up where i couldn't sleep at night unless i slept with my back propped up against the wall or whatever because lying down one breath was a struggle. to show you how long ago this was i would take a "Marax" pill and be fine about 30-60 minutes later. i would also have to sleep with a humidifier in my room to help me breathe. i just realized it was something i had to live with. my brother had epilepsy growing up and between the 2 of us i knew i was luckier so i shut up and lived with what i had

thankfully neither one of us has it any more

take this the right way - don't complain about it. i have a nephew who will be 8 around Xmas time. at 18 months old he was diagnosed with TYPE 1 diabetes meaning he was BORN with it and unless they find a cure will have it until the day he dies. it break my heart to see him go thru his MANY mood swings because of his blood sugar level. i love the little guy like a son and seeing him with this kills me. i have said if you told me you could find a way to get rid of his diabetes forever i'd NEVER ask for another gift - for that would be the BEST gift i could ever get. you son will outgrow asthma - my nephew WILL NOT outgrow diabetes!
 

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Asthma is a chronic illness afecting 25% of americans. Mostly children under 18. adults who have Asthma have adult on set Asthma as is more severe. asthma has been linked to alergies excema hay fever and bronchitis. Most asthma attacks occur during sleeping hours and times of distress (running, sickness, over excurtion). Asthma can be controlled and most children grow out of it by the age of 20.

What ever you do dont let asthma become a crutch. "Little johnny cant play he has asthma".. this mentality will become a hinderance to him in the future. Moms are notorius of protecting children from sickness allowing them to use astma as an excuse to be lazy. Get an inhaler if its bad keep things clean (dust free helps) and have your son build lung capacity (swimming running basketball).
Dont worry he will be OKay... former asthmatic myself.....
 

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Klowinns, I have slight asthma, I played highschool football at a top level state program, as well as baseball. I can honestly say that it is very much a mental thing.
 

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Thanks, it's nice to hear positive stories from people who have gone through it.

When the doctor told us (wife and myself), I had tears. The doctor mentioned not to worry because it's very common that children now-a-days have asthma.

It hurts when you have to place the mask over the childs noise and mouth and use the inhaler from the other end. The mask is used to make sure the medication is inhaled correctly. This is done because of he's age, much easier to use.

Thanks again.
 

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klowinns said:
Thanks, it's nice to hear positive stories from people who have gone through it.

When the doctor told us (wife and myself), I had tears. The doctor mentioned not to worry because it's very common that children now-a-days have asthma.

It hurts when you have to place the mask over the childs noise and mouth and use the inhaler from the other end. The mask is used to make sure the medication is inhaled correctly. This is done because of he's age, much easier to use.

Thanks again.

Correction on: he's age...should be his age. Thanks
 

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