Can Difficulty Breathing During Pregnancy Lead To Asthma In Newborn Child?

Posted on Wed, 17 Sep 2014

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Question : during pregnancy if mother stops breathing, do it is a cause of birth of asthmatic child

Answered by Dr. Soumya (30 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Welcome to healthcare Magic.

I have gone through your query and Would like to reply in detail as follows:

1. Even if mother stops breathing, it is temporary.

2. These events do not lead to asthma in child.

3. This is myth and not to be believed.

I hope your doubt is clarified. Let me know if you wish any other information.

Regards,
Dr. Soumya

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