Signs of an asthma attack in your child

[Naveed Yaseen]

There may be warning signs before your child has a full-blown asthma attack.

The American Lung Association says parents should be on the lookout for these potential red flags that an asthma attack may be imminent:

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* A frightened facial expression and posture that indicates the child can’t relax

* Restless sleep

* Coughing, particularly at night

* Sweating, pale skin, rapid breathing and flaring of the nostrils

* Laboured breathing with the lips pursed

* Vomiting and fatigue

* Sunken areas between the ribs or in the neck

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