Junin: Rising rates of anger, pneumonia and asthma in children Edition

Katia Arce Recuay, a pediatrician at the Ramiro Prialé de EsSalud hospital, said the low temperatures during this period have increased cases of asthma, respiratory infections and pneumonia in children. It is worth mentioning that, according to the epidemiological report of Diresa Junín, there have been 1,200 cases of asthma in children under 5 years of age so far this year.

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In addition, so far this year, there have been about 50,383 cases of acute respiratory infection and 282 cases of severe pneumonia among children under the age of 5 in Junin.

“In EsSalud, 2,000 monthly emergency service calls increased to 7,000, 80% of which were respiratory diseases, first pneumonia, bronchitis, followed by childhood asthma,” says pediatrician Katia Arce Recuay.

Asthma can cause shortness of breath, chest pain, and coughing or wheezing. In some cases, symptoms may intensify.

Although Huancayo has a dry climate and asthma cases are frequent, a clinical diagnosis is required for children under 5 years of age. Although X-rays, blood tests, and spirometry by a pulmonologist are also important.

The doctor mentioned that among children under 2 years old, there are many cases of bronchiolitis, which is easily confused with asthma. That’s why a correct diagnosis must be made.

Also, asthma has a genetic component if a family member suffers from the disease. Children are also prone to the disease.

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Experts advise nursery schools and ask not to take them out too early and not to be exposed until late at night.

He noted that children should be kept warm, but parents should avoid wool clothing because it is an allergen that affects children. Cotton is best, he notes.

Another important task is for parents to take their children to the health center to complete the vaccination.

For babies, he called on mothers to prioritize breastfeeding as a means of preventing disease.

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To treat asthma, the corticosteroids used now go directly into the lungs without affecting other organs. Anti-inflammatory drugs such as dexamethasone, prednisone, and inhalants are also used.

At El Carmen Hospital, vice president Marie Carlos noted a 15 percent increase in acute respiratory infections.

He commented that exposure to children during holidays has also led to an increase in ARDs.