Asthma is a serious chronic disease that seeks much more awareness and even better management to reduce the myths and stigma associated with it. India has around 34.3 million Asthmatics which accounts for 12.9% of the global population, at the same time approximately 90% of Asthma patients do not get the right medication for Asthma. It is worth knowing Asthma may become chronic but it’s initial symptoms are highly apparent and can develop at any age. Chronic Asthma is manageable but its initial signs can be seen at the age of 5 years. Poor management of Asthma in childhood may lead to a tough adult life. Hence, the right management is the key to have a healthy adult life.
Symptoms of Asthma observed in children:
