HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

2.5 Yrs Old Having Breathing Problem, Having Cold, Advised Inhaler. Is It Safe ?

hello doctor.. my daughter is 2.5 years old. In march2012, she was having breath problem. then our doctor give treatment through nobalize. Now she is suffering from cold . then i went to doctor for checkup. He gave us inhaler for her. Is it safe to use inhaler for 2.5 years old baby. and i want to ask that if we use inhaler now then it will be habbit for her to use inhaler...plz suggest me.
Wed, 10 Oct 2012
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Your daughter aged 2.5 years age had breathing problem then she was given treatment with nebuliser, now when she got cold was given inhaler. Both are same by function depending on age the doctors prefer the type.
Inhalers are of several types, broadly bronchodialator and steroid. broncho dialators we should use to get relief, steroids are used only when the severity of the infection is more. Steroids are to be used rarely when ever there is necessory.
breathing problem usually develops due to allergy, and if you could find the allergen you can greatly minimise the severity of the attack. allergens can be traced by making a list of the things used and foods on daily basis. Note when there is cold or cough. Try to find out the things used on the day of the attack of cold and avoid such things which are common.
Besides i advise you some diet recommendations as avoid taking brinjal, fish, other sea foods, ice water, ice cream, cool drinks, these are common allergens.
Don't allow her to play with water. Wishing for her continued good health, and thanks for calling.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further information on diet changes to reduce allergy symptoms or to boost your immunity, Ask here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Respiratory therapy


Loading Online Doctors....
2.5 Yrs Old Having Breathing Problem, Having Cold, Advised Inhaler. Is It Safe ?

Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Your daughter aged 2.5 years age had breathing problem then she was given treatment with nebuliser, now when she got cold was given inhaler. Both are same by function depending on age the doctors prefer the type. Inhalers are of several types, broadly bronchodialator and steroid. broncho dialators we should use to get relief, steroids are used only when the severity of the infection is more. Steroids are to be used rarely when ever there is necessory. breathing problem usually develops due to allergy, and if you could find the allergen you can greatly minimise the severity of the attack. allergens can be traced by making a list of the things used and foods on daily basis. Note when there is cold or cough. Try to find out the things used on the day of the attack of cold and avoid such things which are common. Besides i advise you some diet recommendations as avoid taking brinjal, fish, other sea foods, ice water, ice cream, cool drinks, these are common allergens. Don t allow her to play with water. Wishing for her continued good health, and thanks for calling.