What Is Asthma?

Asthma is a condition that causes breathing problems. Kids may cough, wheeze, or be short of breath. This happens because airways in the lungs get swollen, smaller, and filled with mucus. Asthma is common in kids and teens, and tends to run in families. Asthma effects the respiratory system.

Signs Of Asthma Include:

>Coughing, particularly at night

>Wheezing

>Difficulty breathing

>Chest pain, tightness or discomfort

>Avoiding or losing interest in sports or physical activities

Hello! My name is Isabella Williams and I was diagnosed with asthma.

One day my mom noticed that I was coughing and wheezing.

I think we should get you to the doctor! We can just make sure nothing is wrong.

The next day, we went to the doctor's office.

At first I was scared to go to the doctor,

I thought he might poke me or something.

So I just got closer to my mom.

After awhile it wasn't as scary.

Can you cough for me please?

*Cough*

The doctor asked me lots of questions.

Do you ever feel out of breath faster than the other kids?

Yes.

Do you ever have pain or tightness in your chest?

Yes, I do.

Does asthma run in your family?

Yes it does, I actually have it.