Discover a variety of helpful tools and resources to learn more about managing your child's asthma.
My child's doctor does not understand how asthma impacts our lives.
Your child's doctor understands how asthma affects
family life.
Part of managing your child's asthma is discussing with your doctor the various ways that asthma is affecting your child. Your child's doctor can use that information to
help create a plan that works best for you and your child. Learn more about a
treatment option.
You do not have to manage your child's asthma alone.
Although it's true that asthma is the most common chronic condition in children, each child has unique needs. But that does not mean you have to tackle your
child's asthma on your own. Setting treatment goals and creating the right Asthma Action Plan takes teamwork and communication between you, your child, and your
child's doctor.
The right Asthma Action Plan for your child starts by talking with your child's doctor. Here are some ways to prepare for doctor visits that could make a difference in managing your child's asthma:
Discuss your concerns and goals for your child's asthma treatment.
Make sure you and your child understand the doctor's directions and your child takes any medicines as instructed.
Be honest with the doctor about any changes in your child's symptoms.
Ask questions [PDF: 160 KB, 1 page] about anything you or your child may not understand or are unsure of.
Participate in active discussions about your child’s treatment.
Review your child’s Asthma Action Plan with the doctor every 6 months
or as directed.
Reaching out to other team members
In addition to partnering with your child's doctor, it's important to consider other members of the team, such as nurses and pharmacists. These skilled professionals also can help answer questions.
Complete your child’s Asthma Action Plan.
Once you talk to your child's health care team and set goals for your child, work with your child's doctor to complete the plan below. It can help manage your child's asthma more effectively.
Download anAsthma Action Plan [PDF: 1.1 MB, 20 pages] you can print and take to your child’s doctor.
[PDF: 160 KB, 1 page]
An asthma specialist talks about asthma.
Learn more about making the most of your partnership with your child’s doctor by watching these informative videos with an asthma specialist. Please select the video you would like to watch from the choices below:
