When to see a specialist for asthma

Eugene Pediatric Associates treats many children with asthma. If necessary, we may recommend that your child see a specialist. Indications that your child should see an allergist or pulmonologist may include:

• Hospitalization for severe asthma.
• Recurrent emergency visits.
• Suspected food or environmental allergies.
• Poor response or intolerance to asthma medications.
• Recurrent pneumonia.
• Multiple courses of oral steroids.