When your child is diagnosed with a lung condition

If your child has been diagnosed with a lung condition, you’ve probably got lots of questions. It can be a scary time – especially if your child is very ill or has been in hospital.

Here you’ll find information and resources to help you manage your child’s condition and ways you can support them after they’ve been diagnosed.

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Managing your child’s lung condition

Knowing the right information can make you feel more confident in managing your child’s lung condition. Find out questions you could ask your child’s doctor, useful definitions, tips for managing your child’s condition and more.
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Finding information, support and advice about your child’s lung condition

Coping with a child’s diagnosis of a lung condition can be a lonely and overwhelming experience. But support is available, and you can find out more on this page.
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Babies, toddlers, children and adolescents: supporting your child as they grow

There will be different challenges at each stage of your child’s life. Here are some tips and things to think about as your child grows.
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