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Most of the teenagers who have asthma are also allergic to many things. The
asthma can get severe even if the people with asthma are exposed to allergens of low grade.
Allergies play an important role in asthma cased which are undiagnosed. Other factors that also
trigger childhood asthma include upper respiratory infections like colds, second hand smoke, and
certain climate conditions like cold air and due to emotional physical expressions like laughing,
crying or yelling. However, it is not the end of the road for asthmatics as they can live active
and healthy if they manage asthma properly by avoiding asthma triggers, regular intake of
prescribed medications, being alert of the warnings and be aware of the ways to deal with an asthma
attack.
There is a great consensus among the parents whether their children would
outgrow asthma as they grow up. But the truth is it depends from child to child. While some
children experience improvement in their teens others see asthma becoming even more severe. But
almost half of the children who have asthma outgrow asthma as they grow although some symptoms may
come back later.
Many parents have questions like whether their children can take part in sport
activities. The answer is both yes and no. Some kids may get an asthma attack when they participate
in exercises like running. But with proper management a teenager suffering from asthma can actively
participate in sports. Special aerobic exercises can improve airway function. This strengthens the
breathing muscles. Some of the ways that one can participate in sports is to follow the regimen of
stretching the muscles prior to and after exercising, nose-breathe instead of breathing through the
mouth and make sure that humidified air passes through the airways. Also parents should make sure
that the adolescent has taken all prescribed medication supposed to be taken before they begin
exercising. Carrying a reliever is a must for asthmatic teens which would come handy if asthma
attack occurs. Asthmatic teenagers should make sure that they wear something over their mouth and
nose to stop cold air from entering.
It is not easy for adolescent teens to attend school when they have asthma but
it is not difficult also at the same time if proper coordination is made among the teenager,
doctor, family and school employees. It is a good idea to consult teachers, nurses and other
pertaining employees of the school and let them know that the teenager has asthma and may have
special requirements. Also, let the school management know on medications the teenager regularly
takes and how to help the teenager when an attack occurs. The school staff should be asked to treat
the teen normally once the attack subsides. The physical education coach should also be informed
about the condition so that he/she can let the kid stretch the muscles before any exercises or to
deal with asthma attack induced due to exercises. Also, before admitting the teenager to a new
school care must be taken to check the quality of air, irritants and allergens if any present in
the school. The school staff should take considerations to avoid symptoms which could hamper the
energy level kids. Also asthmatic teens should be assured from time to time that they are no
different from others and asthma in any way does not slow them down, They need this emotional
confidence otherwise they may have personality problems.
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