Avoidance of exposure to allergens and non-specific irritants

1.  The bedroom of the child should be kept clean and as free from dust as possible. Wet mopping of the floor should be done because dry dusting increases exposure of the child to house dust.

2.  Heavy tapestry attracts dust and therefore light plain cloth sheets should be used as curtains in the child’s room.

3.   Carpets, stuffed furniture, loose clothing, wall hangings, calendars and books attract lot of dust and should be regularly cleaned at periodic intervals.

4.  The bed of the child should be made of light material and should be aired regularly.

5.   Caressing of animal pets should be discouraged, as the child may be sensitive to their fur.

6.  Generally, it is not necessary to restrict the diet of the child because bronchial asthma due to food allergy is unusual.

7.  Adolescent patients should be advised to refrain from smoking.

8.  Exposure to strong or pungent odors such as wet paint, disinfectants and smoke should be minimized.

9.   The child should not go to attics or basements, especially if these were unoccupied and kept closed for some days.