Does my child have asthma? Yes No 1. Does my child suddenly start coughing or cough a lot? 2. Does my child wheeze (a high-pitched whistle sound from the chest, not the throat)? 3. Has my child ever said his/her chest felt tight or has my child's breathing become difficult? 4. Does my child cough, wheeze, or get short of breath after running or other physical activity? 5. Does my child cough, wheeze or get short of breath after being around tobacco smoke, fumes or strong odors? 6. Has my child had coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath:     During the night that wakes up me or my child? Early in the morning? 7. Has my child had a lot of bronchitis, or pneumonia with wheezing? 8. Has my child had head colds that "go to the chest" and take more than 10 days to get over? 9. Has my child ever used an inhaler or other medication to help him or her to breathe better? 10. Does my child have relatives with asthma? Yes answers may mean that your child has asthma. Please see your doctor or health care provider.

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