In this podcast, Bill Anderson, MD, co-director of the multidisciplinary Asthma Programat Children's Colorado and assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, talks about asthma. He discusses challenges in the management of asthma, the effect of asthma on pediatric patients and treatment options now available. In this episode, Dr. Anderson discusses: Common challenges for managing asthma in pediatric patients Factors that come into play when choosing controller medications Why steroids are better suited for atopic patients Teaching patients and families how to use a spacer How co-morbidities affect children with asthma The impact that psychosocial factors have on asthma Working with social workers to help families overcome hurdles Latest treatment options for treating pediatric asthma Overcoming the adherence barrier using technology Natural medications available to pediatric asthma patients Advice for people with dog allergies

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