Monday, February 6, 2012

Helping Children with Asthma using IPM


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Asthma in Children
Asthma is a health condition that causes inflammation of the lungs and airways. The inflammation and contraction of respiratory muscles cause a variety of symptoms. 

Symptoms to look for:
  • Difficulty breathing 
  • Wheezing during exhaling 
  • Dry coughing 
  • Feeling of tightness in the chest 
  • Agitation 
  • Itching neck, throat and ears


Serious symptoms requiring immediate medical attention include:
  • Inability to speak 
  • Exhaustion 
  • Rapid heart-beat 
  • Sweating
  • Blue lips, fingers and feet


Asthma can be a serious condition and may limit the ability of our children to fully enjoy the world around them.  Please take a look at how we can use IPM in our homes to help control/limit our children's exposure to Asthma triggers.

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