Original Article

Factors Which May Effect the Rate of Linear Growth and Weight Gain of Asthmatic Children

Authors: THOMAS E. VAN METRE JR. M.D.

Abstract

The growth of the asthmatic child may vary with a number of factors. Among these are the asthma itself and the degree of severity. However, the interesting and important factors are related to the types of therapy which must be given consideration by the physician in his management of the asthmatic child.

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