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It's not always easy for parents to tell when their child has asthma. Often a cold or respiratory infection in a child causes symptoms that may be mistaken for asthma. It is also important to remember that asthma may be hereditary; if other members of your family have been diagnosed with asthma, your children may be more likely to have asthma. With that in mind, here are some additional symptoms of asthma to watch for in your child:
- Wheezing (a whistling sound that's heard when breathing out) is often an indicator of asthma. Wheezing also can be a symptom of other lung problems. Wheezing sometimes may be difficult to hear and may require a healthcare professional to detect
- Persistent coughing, especially if combined with wheezing
- Fits of coughing or difficulty breathing during or after play
- Wheezing, coughing, or trouble breathing that interrupts sleep
If you have noticed these or any other troubling symptoms, be sure to tell your child's healthcare professional.
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