Asthma is a common and much talked about disease. But sometimes inaccurate information about asthma is shared, and families worry about their children and the medications they use. I thought it might be useful to address these concerns by answering the questions we frequently encounter.
ASTTHMA MEDICATIONS ARE ADDICTIVE!
Not true. Asthma is a chronic disease, so patients need medications, but this is not because the medications are addictive, but because the disease continues. If the complaints are under control with the lowest medication dose, discontinuation of the medication can be planned under the control of your doctor.
If my child takes asthma medication every day for a long time, the medication will lose its effectiveness and will not work when he is very sick.
True. not. Medicines work differently. Some medications work when used regularly, some work when used when there is a complaint. It is important that you know what medications your child is taking and how they should be used. There is no need to use medications regularly that reduce asthma complaints and prevent attacks.
The steroid used in the treatment of asthma is the same as the steroid used by athletes or that causes weight gain and increased blood pressure.
Not true. Steroids used in high doses orally or injected for a long time have significant side effects, and people who take high doses of oral or injected steroids for a long time due to their illness should be informed about this. However, low-dose and airway-injected medications in the treatment of asthma are safe when used in the appropriate dose and manner in terms of side effects. IF THE CHILD'S COMPLAINTS ARE GONE...
If my child feels well and has no complaints, his asthma is gone and we can stop his medications.
Not true. Asthma is under control, but if the medications are not stopped by talking to your doctor, your child's complaints may start again or your child may have an asthma attack.
Giving asthma medications to babies and young children through steam is the most effective method.
Not true. Spray medications administered using an intermediate device are also extremely effective in the treatment. The dose of drugs given via steam is higher and can be used in attacks. However, it should be used while crying. Using the mask by removing it reduces effectiveness. Additionally, giving the medicines as vapor reduces the time.
THE CHILD WITH ASTHMA AND SPORTS
If my child has asthma, it would be better not to play with other children, attend sports classes or do sports.
Not true. All children (and adults) need to play and exercise to stay healthy. Children whose asthma complaints are controlled with appropriate medications can attend sports classes and do any sport they want.
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