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Asthma


by Janna Tennant

Asthma affects people of all ages but it most often starts in childhood. Some of the predicting factors of asthma are children who often wheeze and have respiratory infections, children who have allergies, eczema, or have parents with asthma.asthma

In childhood, more boys than girls have asthma but among adults more women than men have the airway disease. Asthma can be difficult to diagnose, especially in children under 5 years of age. Regular physical exams that include checking lung function and checking for allergies can help your physician make the right diagnosis.

A specialized test called Spirometry can be done on anyone over the age of 5 years. A spirometer measures the largest amount of air a person can exhale after taking a very deep breath. The spirometer can measure airflow before and after the use of an asthma medication. It is important to follow-up with your physician after the test to discuss the results. Your doctor will work together with you to develop a plan that will most effectively manage your symptoms.

Asthma cannot be cured but it can be managed so people can lead healthy, active, and comfortable lives. Talk to your physician if you think you or your child may have asthma.

It’s time to take control!

Janna Tennant is a Registered Nurse who recently received certification to become an Asthma Educator. Janna has been employed at Northeast Pediatrics since June 2007 and provides support and education to patients and their families whether newly or previously diagnosed with asthma.

 

WELCOME!

Welcome to Northeast Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, where we specialize in caring for children.

Since 1964, we have been providing our patients with the quality service they deserve and expect. We provide pediatric medical care for children from birth to twelve years of age, and adolescent care from twelve to twenty-one years of age. In addition to seeing patients in our offices, we care for newborns and children who need hospital care at Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca.

All of our physicians are certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and are experienced in pediatric and adolescent medicine.

  • • Northeast Pediatrics is available. In Tompkins County, a Pediatrician is available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days a year. Our office hours include weekends and holidays.
  • • Northeast Pediatrics is accessible. Now with two locations in Ithaca, we can provide care that is closer to home.
  • • Northeast Pediatrics is convenient. We always offer same day sick appointments as well as full in-office laboratory services.
  • • Northeast Pediatrics is excellence. In addition to all of our physician being Board Certified, we have physicians with specialties in Infectious Disease and Pediatric Endocrinology. We also work very closely with our Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistant who play a significant role in providing comprehensive pediatric care and lactation counseling for nursing mothers.
  • • Northeast Pediatrics is caring. If your child becomes ill outside of our business hours, a pediatrician is always available to answer your questions and provide you with competent advice. During our business hours, there is always a trained Registered Nurse available to attend to your questions and needs.