ascendlung, Author at Ascend Pediatric Asthma and Allergies

Sick Child? Watch for THESE Scary Symptoms Before It’s Too Late!

Most childhood colds and coughs pass on their own, but some symptoms signal that something more serious may be going […]

A stuffy, sneezy nose can seem harmless, but for some children, untreated nasal allergies are closely linked to breathing problems

As temperatures drop, children often get more colds, coughs, and breathing problems. Cold weather itself doesn’t make kids sick, but

Inhaled corticosteroids are one of the most effective long-term tools for controlling pediatric asthma, but hearing the word “steroid” understandably

As temperatures drop, many parents notice their children with asthma coughing more often. Cold weather itself isn’t dangerous, but it

Asthma inhalers only work as well as the technique behind them. One mistake shows up again and again in pediatric

A spacer helps your child’s inhaler medication reach the lungs instead of the back of the throat—but only if it’s

Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are commonly prescribed to children with asthma. They are very effective at reducing inflammation in the airways

We all want our children to breathe easy, but secondhand smoke from parents or caregivers can seriously harm their lungs—especially

Black mold (Stachybotrys chartarum) is often described as “toxic,” which can be alarming for parents. While black mold exposure is