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Have you ever wondered why cold weather can trigger asthma? It is because cold air causes the muscles surrounding the airways to contract, making the airways narrow. For kids with asthma, that constriction can make breathing more difficult and make asthma attacks more likely. In addition, other health conditions like the flu and respiratory infections are more common during colder months, and those illnesses can make asthma symptoms worse.
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Whether playing sports or playing a game of tag outside, daily physical activity keeps children healthy and happy. For children with asthma, however, exercise can make breathing more difficult and possibly trigger an asthma attack.
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Asthma is one of the most common chronic childhood conditions, but there are still many myths and misunderstandings about it. Learn about asthma in kids.
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To make the most of your visit with the pediatrician, make a list of those questions and bring them with you.