Asthma is a condition where airways become inflamed, making it difficult to breath. Childhood asthma can be caused by specific environmental triggers such as smoke, dust, and allergies.
Our ABQ pediatricians regularly listen to lungs and breathing at child wellness checks. However, if your child is wheezing, frequently coughing, or experiencing rapid breathing, you may want to schedule an asthma screening with a child asthma doctor at High Desert Pediatrics.
Our child asthma pediatricians will take a detailed history of:
In addition to getting to know your child’s medical history, our doctors get to know your family and your child on a personal level. With personalized care, our child asthma doctors can identify asthma triggers accurately and recommend solutions that are tailored your family’s needs and preferences.
Asthma treatments depend on the severity of your child’s condition. From inhalers to nebulizers, our child asthma pediatricians can recommend treatment that will help your child breathe better. We can even teach your kids how to use their inhaler!
For children, asthma is a serious health condition that should be managed by an experienced child asthma pediatrician. High Desert Pediatrics in Albuquerque provides a full range of asthma care for children at any age.
If you are worried about your child’s breathing, it’s important to schedule an appointment with an experienced and accessible pediatrician right away. Our Albuquerque pediatricians take same-day appointments and will always see your child if they are sick. Contact us today to schedule an appointment at High Desert Pediatrics.