{"id":2213,"date":"2015-06-30T08:05:26","date_gmt":"2015-06-30T08:05:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.premiumrxdrugs.com\/blog\/?p=2213"},"modified":"2026-01-12T12:01:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:01:10","slug":"differences-childhood-adult-onset-asthma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumrxdrugs.com\/blog\/differences-childhood-adult-onset-asthma\/","title":{"rendered":"The Differences between Childhood and Adult-Onset Asthma"},"content":{"rendered":"

The signs and symptoms of childhood and adult-onset asthma are similar. The treatments are also alike. However, the challenges that children and adults face while dealing with the condition vary widely.<\/p>\n

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People of any age can develop asthma. For most people, asthma begins in early childhood. They experience their first episode at around 6 years of age. Millions of children below 18 years of age have asthma. It is one of the major causes of hospitalisation in children today.<\/p>\n

When a physician diagnoses the condition in people older than 20 years of age, it is known as adult-onset asthma. While it is not very common, about 10%-20% of adults develop the condition as adults. Women have more chances of developing asthma after the age of 20. It may be due to hormonal changes. A vast majority of adults who have asthma also suffer from allergies. The condition may be due to workplace or home irritants.<\/p>\n

Here are some differences between childhood and adult-onset asthma.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u2022 Risk Factors of Childhood Asthma<\/h2>\n

The main risk factors associated with childhood-onset asthma are hereditary causes, viral respiratory infections, allergies and tobacco exposure. Some of the symptoms of paediatric asthma are:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Coughing \u2022 Wheezing \u2022 Congestion and Pain in the chest \u2022 Mucus secretion \u2022 Shortness of breath \u2022 Chest tightness \u2022 Difficulty in sleeping \u2022 Take some to recover from respiratory infections<\/p>\n

Childhood asthma treatment should begin as early as possible. Left untreated, it can lead to unwanted lasting effects. For example, reduced energy, low stamina, and physical slowness are just other issues.<\/p>\n

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Risk Factors for Adult-Onset Asthma<\/h2>\n

The risk factors for adult-onset asthma are:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Strenuous physical activity \u2022 Getting excited \u2022 Flu, cold or other viral infections \u2022 Anxiety or depression \u2022 Hormonal changes \u2022 Medications \u2022 Tobacco smoke, perfumes, chemicals, and cold air. Some of the symptoms of adult asthma are: \u2022 Shortness of breath \u2022 Coughing, mostly at night \u2022 Wheezing \u2022 Difficulty in breathing \u2022 Pressure and tightness in the chest<\/p>\n

Who is at a higher risk of developing adult-onset asthma?<\/h2>\n

The following people are more likely to develop adult-onset asthma:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 People who have just recovered from a cold or flu or other viral infections \u2022 People allergic to pets \u2022 Women experiencing hormonal changes, such as pregnancy or menopause \u2022 Women who are taking estrogen after menopause \u2022 People exposed to irritants, such as mould, tobacco smoke, dust, or perfume<\/p>\n

Duration of Symptoms:<\/h2>\n

Children asthma patients have intermittent symptoms. For adults, symptoms are persistent, and a daily regimen of adult asthma treatment is needed to manage it better. Asthma symptoms may completely disappear during puberty for the children. However, these may reappear when they are around 20 years of age and disappear again. This cycle may continue well into their 30s and 40s.<\/p>\n

Diagnosis<\/h2>\n

The diagnosis of adult-onset asthma can be quite tricky. To accurately diagnose the condition, you must share with your doctor your symptoms and the triggers that bring on the symptoms. He or she will order tests to help determine whether it is asthma. Another key difference is that adults are more likely to suffer from other health conditions for which they may be taking medications. It may affect their asthma treatments. It is, therefore, important to share information about all the drugs that you are taking with your doctor so that he or she can come up with an effective asthma treatment plan for you.<\/p>\n

Treatment<\/h2>\n

Both childhood and adult asthma treatment<\/a> comprise long-term medications and quick-relief medications to treat the condition. Quick relief treatments for childhood and adult-onset asthma typically ease symptoms that are caused by an allergic attack. Long-term medications control swelling and inflammation in the airways to avoid an allergic attack. All asthma patients, children and adults, use a combination of these two medicines to manage asthma.<\/p>\n

Conclusion:<\/strong> Although there are differences between childhood- and adult-onset asthma, the objective of treatment is the same: avoid triggers, control symptoms, and follow the action plan. Children with asthma may “outgrow” their condition over time. But this might not be the case with adults who get asthma, as they might have to suffer from the problem for their entire lif,e though it can be significantly controlled.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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