Pulmonologist Questions Asthma

Can asthma impact the lungs in the long run?

If my son has asthma at the age of 5, will it impact his lungs in the long run?

2 Answers

Yes, but the impact varies from resolution at adolescence, to mild continuing asthma, to development of progressive asthma.
Absolutely. Left untreated, asthma causes a decrease in lung function and overall limited activities as well as interferes with sleep.