Asthma symptoms frequently occur at night time. Various factors can influence symptoms including:
- Contact with allergens in the bedroom, mainly dust mites
- Late allergic reaction, which may take place three to eight hours after exposure
- Chronic sinus issues
- Gastro esophageal reflux
- Airway cooling from a fall in body temperature at night
- Medications wearing off in the early morning hours
- Sleep apnea-short, recurring pausing of breathing during sleep caused by an upper airway obstruction
Recommended actions:
Overcoming allergen exposure in the bedroom, treating
sinusitis and gastro esophageal reflux are central for managing night time symptoms. Your child’s medications may need to be adjusted to give additional protection all through the night.
