10-26-2009, 05:10 AM
There may be warning signs before your child has a full-blown asthma attack.
The American Lung Association says parents should be on the lookout for these potential red flags that an asthma attack may be imminent:
Today’s Health Tips
* A frightened facial expression and posture that indicates the child can’t relax
* Restless sleep
* Coughing, particularly at night
* Sweating, pale skin, rapid breathing and flaring of the nostrils
* Laboured breathing with the lips pursed
* Vomiting and fatigue
* Sunken areas between the ribs or in the neck
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The American Lung Association says parents should be on the lookout for these potential red flags that an asthma attack may be imminent:
Today’s Health Tips
* A frightened facial expression and posture that indicates the child can’t relax
* Restless sleep
* Coughing, particularly at night
* Sweating, pale skin, rapid breathing and flaring of the nostrils
* Laboured breathing with the lips pursed
* Vomiting and fatigue
* Sunken areas between the ribs or in the neck
http://www.thenews.com.pk/daily_detail.asp?id=205234