Do people grow out of asthma?

Question

My son has had asthma since he was a small child. My mother-in-law keeps saying he will grow out of it when he gets older. Is it true that people can grow out of asthma?

Baldev Singh · Accepted Answer

In my experience, many children who have mild asthma do seem to grow out of it as their lungs develop fully by their teenage years. My own grandson had breathing issues early on, but now he runs and plays without any trouble. However, it can sometimes return later in life, so always stay mindful.

Anil Kapoor · Answer

While childhood asthma can improve or seem to disappear as one grows older, it doesn't always completely vanish from the system. It is very similar to how we manage chronic conditions—keeping a clean lifestyle and regular checkups is always the safest path.

Ananya Hegde · Answer

My brother used to have severe asthma attacks as a child but slowly, by college, he stopped getting them entirely. It was a huge relief for our family, though we still keep an eye on his health during winters.

Aman Preet · Answer

I had really bad asthma when I was a kid and had to use an inhaler constantly. By the time I turned 16, my symptoms almost completely disappeared on their own. I still carry an inhaler just in case during heavy dust storms, but I rarely ever need it now.

Jaspreet Kaur · Answer

Medically speaking, asthma symptoms can definitely go into remission as the airways grow larger during childhood. But the underlying airway sensitivity usually remains, and triggers can bring it back later. So, it is always wise to keep your doctor updated.

Meenakshi Iyer · Answer

Many kids do see their asthma fade away as they grow up. While home remedies like steam and turmeric can help manage mild congestion symptoms, please do not stop any prescribed inhalers without consulting your pediatrician first.

Do people grow out of asthma?

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Consult a pulmonologist

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