Hello there! Welcome to the Aloha Kids Clinic blog. We are here in Bangalore to help keep kids healthy and happy. We are like detectives for sniffles and coughs! Our clinic specializes in figuring out problems like asthma, allergies, and sleep disorders in children. Today, we’re going to talk about something very important. What to do when a common cold in children might be more than just a cold!

We all know what it’s like when we get a common cold. Stuffy noses, sneezes, coughs and feeling tired. Kids catch colds just like adults, but they can bounce back quickly most of the time.

However, sometimes a cold can be a tricky little villain hiding something bigger, like asthma or pneumonia. This is why it’s important for parents and guardians to know the danger signs.

When a child has a cold, it’s normal for them to have a stuffy nose. But if your little one is breathing really fast, or their chest is moving in and out a lot, this could be a sign of asthma or pneumonia.

Asthma can make the airways in the lungs get smaller, making it tough for air to move in and out. Imagine breathing through a tiny straw – that’s what asthma can feel like!

Pneumonia is when the lungs get an infection and become inflamed. This can also make breathing difficult. If your child is breathing heavily, it’s time to call the pediatrician!

Fevers can be part of a cold, but high fevers are like red flags waving at you! If your child’s temperature is higher than 102°F (38.9°C), it means their body is fighting really hard against an infection. This could be pneumonia, which is serious, especially in small children. It’s important to see a pediatrician right away if your child has a high fever.

If you hear a wheezing or whistling sound when your child breathes, that might mean the child might have some underlying asthma. Asthma can make the airways in the lungs narrow, and that makes these sounds. This is another danger sign that says, “Hey! Call the pediatrician!”

If your kiddo is more tired than usual or doesn’t want to play, pay attention! When children are super sleepy or weak during a cold, it could be because their body is fighting something more serious.

Coughing is normal in a cold. But if the cough is really bad or lasts more than two weeks, it could be a sign of asthma or pneumonia. A cough that is noted at night or with exercise even when the child is not sick

Don’t worry! If you see any of these danger signs in your child, it’s time to visit the pediatrician. Pediatricians are like superheroes for sick kids! They can check your little one and give them the right medicine or treatment.

At Aloha Kids Clinic in Bangalore, our amazing doctors are experts in helping children with asthma, allergies, and other problems. We’re here to make sure your child gets the best care!

A cough is our body’s superhero power, but sometimes it can tell us that something’s wrong.Asthma is when our air tubes get all squeezed up and makes us cough. Exercise Induced Asthma happens when the tubes get grumpy during exercise.

Allergies are when our air tubes don’t like certain things like dust or pet fur.

Sleep disorders can also cause coughs, and if you have asthma or allergies, it might make them worse.

The Aloha Kids Clinic in Bangalore is like a superhero base for children with coughs. They can figure out what’s wrong and help make it better.

Remember, keeping kids healthy is a team effort. You, as a parent or guardian, are the captain of your child’s health team, and the pediatrician is your co-captain. By keeping an eye out for the danger signs – like trouble breathing, high fevers, wheezing sounds, feeling really tired, or a cough that won’t go away – you are doing a great job as the team captain!

And when you spot these danger signs, just know that the Aloha Kids Clinic is ready to jump in as your co-captain. We’re here to help your child feel better and make sure those sneezes and coughs don’t turn into something bigger.

Colds in children can sometimes hide bigger problems like asthma or pneumonia. Knowing the danger signs helps you be a superhero for your child’s health. And remember, you’re not alone. Our pediatricians at Aloha Kids Clinic in Bangalore are ready to put on their capes and help save the day!

So, the next time your little one has a cold, keep those detective eyes open for any danger signs. And if you see them, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Aloha Kids Clinic for some super-powered help!

Thanks for reading! Stay healthy

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a doctor for medical concerns.