Asthma
Ruth Taylor
Spring has nearly sprung – are you prepared?
As winter wraps up and we start to see the first signs of spring, it’s a good time to think about your child’s asthma management. Spring brings warmer weather, blooming flowers, and unfortunately, more pollen in the air. For many kids, this can mean an increase in asthma symptoms.
Now’s the time to check in on your child’s Asthma Action Plan and make sure you’re ready for the season ahead. If your child has springtime asthma triggers, it’s important to get back into the routine now.
Sometimes, preventer medicines can take up to 12 weeks to start working fully, but usually you will notice a difference within 2 to 4 weeks.
Preventers work best when taken consistently, helping to reduce sensitivity in your child’s airways and keeping symptoms under control. Preventing symptoms before they start is key to managing asthma well. By ensuring your child takes their preventer medicine daily, you can help them avoid a flare-up as pollen levels rise.
Spring should be a time for your child to enjoy the outdoors, not be held back by asthma. If you have any concerns or need advice on adjusting their asthma plan for spring, don’t hesitate to speak to your doctor.