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Post by Tlex on Jun 2, 2017 13:58:10 GMT -6
My little one (13 months) was diagnosed with asthma/suspected seasonal allergies back in February. It wasn't our regular doctor, just one we saw at a walk in, so I can't really follow up with him. I was in such a haze with moving/the flu that I don't really remember much about the parameters he gave for her asthma inhalers besides "if she's really having trouble breathing rush her to an ER." Solid advice, but I am finding that I'm using the inhaler at least 2x a day on her for the last week, and I'm just wondering when it's time to see a doctor. Is this too much or is this run of the mill for springtime with allergy induced asthma?
I have asthma myself so I feel like I should know but mine is always triggered by illness, not allergies, so it seems to have very clear coming and going.
Is there anything else I can/should be doing? Do most people with kids as young as mine use a neb? Its really hard to give the inhaler by myself!
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Post by CeeBug on Jun 2, 2017 14:06:39 GMT -6
D's pulmonologist told us that if we needed to use his rescue inhaler once a week, then it was not controlled. He is on a daily inhaler medication 2x a day (qvar) and claritin and singulair. Even with all of that and all of the breathing issues he has had since December, she will not officially diagnose him with asthma until he turns 4.
It could be allergy stuff, but I would definitely get her checked out. (Sorry for the novel!)
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Post by CeeBug on Jun 2, 2017 14:07:52 GMT -6
Also, we just started using an inhaler with ds in the last 6 months. Before that, we used a neb.
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Post by dzone on Jun 2, 2017 14:12:11 GMT -6
Lurker here, but my daughter has the same and when it is the worst of the allergy season for her and it was really bad, we could/have used the nebulizer on her up to 4/6 times a day. She now usually only needs it maybe twice a day when it's bad for her. She started with a neb when she was about year or so old, she is now 3.
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Post by Tlex on Jun 2, 2017 14:37:06 GMT -6
Crap ok thank you guys so much, this is an emergency inhaler not a preemptive one so ... yeah I'll be making us an appointment! I'm glad I asked.
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Post by Tlex on Jun 2, 2017 14:39:56 GMT -6
I feel like a terrible mom right now.
But also kind of validated because this has been really adding a lot of stress to my week and I felt like maybe I was being silly but it's scary to see your baby having trouble breathing, y'know?
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Post by CeeBug on Jun 2, 2017 14:42:11 GMT -6
You aren't a terrible mom. You have been taking care of her and are continuing to do so. Asthma and breathing issues stink.
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Post by Tlex on Jun 2, 2017 14:44:56 GMT -6
You aren't a terrible mom. You have been taking care of her and are continuing to do so. Asthma and breathing issues stink. Thanks friend ❤️ I want to go wake her up from nap and tell her I'm sorry! She would side eye me for sure. |
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Post by CeeBug on Jun 2, 2017 14:47:48 GMT -6
You aren't a terrible mom. You have been taking care of her and are continuing to do so. Asthma and breathing issues stink. Thanks friend ❤️ I want to go wake her up from nap and tell her I'm sorry! She would side eye me for sure. Don't wake her up! Enjoy the quiet and then give her a hug when she wakes up.  You have nothing to apologize for. |
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Post by emma on Jun 2, 2017 16:06:57 GMT -6
Tlex, i have no experience with asthma but: 1) you're a great mom 2) there's a family practice in Port Moody currently taking new patient, well wait listing for places in August. Do you want the details?
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Post by jfresh on Jun 2, 2017 16:17:41 GMT -6
I agree a controller would help. I'd have your regular pedi refer you to an allergist. Definitely don't feel like a terrible mom. We went to the pedi with a "regular" chest cold like eight times before I was finally like PEOPLE LISTEN THIS ISNT A COLD, I'm not leaving until shit gets done.
We using albuterol in the neb waaay too often. He's been on a controller for about two months and is like a brand new kid.
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Post by unheardof on Jun 2, 2017 17:14:00 GMT -6
Can I jump in here and ask what are the signs of allergy induced asthma? DS has severe seasonal allergies and even with his usual meds is wheezing at night and seems to have a hard time breathing for the past couple weeks but I can't tell if it's asthma or just from a runny/stuffy nose.
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Post by Tlex on Jun 2, 2017 17:53:41 GMT -6
Tlex, i have no experience with asthma but: 1) you're a great mom 2) there's a family practice in Port Moody currently taking new patient, well wait listing for places in August. Do you want the details? Yes please! ETA and thank you, those were very kind words |
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Post by emma on Jun 2, 2017 18:24:34 GMT -6
Tlex , i have no experience with asthma but: 1) you're a great mom 2) there's a family practice in Port Moody currently taking new patient, well wait listing for places in August. Do you want the details? Yes please! ETA and thank you, those were very kind words yhpm |
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Post by Tlex on Jun 2, 2017 18:39:41 GMT -6
Can I jump in here and ask what are the signs of allergy induced asthma? DS has severe seasonal allergies and even with his usual meds is wheezing at night and seems to have a hard time breathing for the past couple weeks but I can't tell if it's asthma or just from a runny/stuffy nose. Honestly I wish I had advice for you but I was blindsided by my LO's diagnosis.. I thought she had croup and the doctor asked me about all these things like my own history and her history of rashes. Then he said they basically try the asthma meds when they suspect it and if things get better then they call it. Things did improve for my DD so I accepted the diagnosis from there. 🤷🏻♀️ |
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Post by cassafrass on Jun 2, 2017 20:53:43 GMT -6
Hugs, asthma and breathing issues are so stressful. DS uses his nebulizer when he has asthma flare ups triggered by allergies and/or being sick. It's a huge source of stress for me and I get so paranoid about knowing when to bring him in. I've learned to trust my gut and it hasn't steered me wrong.
Your doc should be able to figure out some preventative measures so that she isn't struggling so often. Hope your LO gets well soon.
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Post by cyprissa on Jun 3, 2017 7:02:22 GMT -6
Can I jump in here and ask what are the signs of allergy induced asthma? DS has severe seasonal allergies and even with his usual meds is wheezing at night and seems to have a hard time breathing for the past couple weeks but I can't tell if it's asthma or just from a runny/stuffy nose. It can manifest differently depending on the kid. Mine has cough variant asthma which was a persistent, barky cough that got worse at night. Luckily for us, allergy meds seem to control it once it is in check. I would definitely check it out. Tlex don't beat yourself up. |
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