Asthmatic
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Man, I really don't know what to say. I develped asthma right after I had my tonsils removed when I was in 5th grade. I had all the common meds (albuterol, fluticasone, ipratropium) all the way until I was finished with sports in college. One day I finally decided I didn't need the inhaler anymore and literally threw them in the trash. It was a long process, but through persistence and slow upgrades in long distance cardio activity, I've been able to control it pretty well.
Now, this approach might not be practical for a child. The only thing I can even then about suggesting is eliminating any allergens you may be aware of in the house. This includes pet and plants. Also, dairy is a big culprit. Dairy causes the body to produce extra amounts of mucous which in turn just clog the airway.