title: Control of asthma in children.
abstract: Programs designed for the control of asthma are complex. Implementation of a number of modalities may be necessary, and the mean and level of treatment may need to be varied from time to time. Medical treatment is a primary concern but preventive measures and education of the family are essential as well.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000324:Adrenocorticotropic Hormone / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000485:Allergens / Q000008:administration & dosage; D001249:Asthma / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000517:prevention & control; D001993:Bronchodilator Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004205:Cromolyn Sodium / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003888:Desensitization, Immunologic; D004644:Emotions; D005190:Family; D005260:Female; D006266:Health Education; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D011241:Prednisone / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D013806:Theophylline / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D000485:Allergens; D001993:Bronchodilator Agents; D000324:Adrenocorticotropic Hormone; D013806:Theophylline; D004205:Cromolyn Sodium; D011241:Prednisone