Recurrent cough and wheeze in children
Recurrent cough
Common Allergens and cough
Causes for cough
Chronic cough is a common problem in childhood.
A recurrent cough in children can have many causes, including viral infections, allergies, asthma, and environmental exposure
Causes for cough
Common Allergens and cough
Causes for cough
- Recurrent viral cough and wheeze
- Post nasal drip
- Asthma
- Persistant bacterial bronchitis
- Bacterial infections
- Gastro oesophageal reflux
- Allergic rhinitis
- Nasal sinus disease
- Habitual cough
- Irritant cough
Common Allergens and cough
Common Allergens and cough
Common Allergens and cough
Common Air allergens that can cause cough include
- House dust mite
- Grass pollen
- Tree pollen
- Mould
- Cat dander
- Dog dander
- Horse dander
- Common ragweed
Investigations
Treatment options
Investigations
Based on child's clinical history and examination findings child may require investigations including
- X ray of Chest
- Blood investigations
- Allergy testing
Allergy testing
Treatment options
Investigations
We offer a wide range of testing including
- Blood test - Specific IGE testing
- Skin prick test
- Molecular diagnostic test depending on allergen if required.
Treatment options
Treatment options
Treatment options
Depending on the clinical diagnosis treatment measures include
- Inhalers - Reliever & or preventor
- Antibiotics
- Antihistamines
- Nasal sprays
- Other medications