Study says children who suffer from asthma are more likely to lag at school

A new study has found that children who suffer from persistent asthma are more likely to quit school at the age of 16, and those who make it to university are more likely to drop out early. The research was presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress, 2018. The study also revealed that this group of children are less likely to work in certain non-manual occupations such as police officer, clerk or foreman.


Dr. Christian Schyllert said, “Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases among children, and we know that it can interfere with daily life and affect school attendance. However, we know a lot less about the impact childhood asthma has on subsequent life chances in adulthood.”


Dr. Christian Schyllert added, “This study suggests that children who are diagnosed with asthma when they are young and continue to suffer from the condition as they grow up have worse life chances when it comes to education and future jobs.”


Dr. Schyllert concluded by saying, “Although asthma can be effectively treated with inhaled medications, such as corticosteroids and bronchodilators, sticking to a treatment regime can be difficult, especially for teenagers.”


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