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Dr. Suzanne E. Beck, MD is a pediatric pulmonologist in Philadelphia, PA specializing in pediatric pulmonology and general pediatrics. She graduated from Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Suzanne E. Beck, MD is affiliated with The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and CHILDRENS HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATES INC.
Asthma
Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.
Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:
Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.
There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.
Dr. Suzanne E. Beck, MD graduated from Temple University School of Medicine. She completed residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) Pediatric Pulmonology - American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics - American Board of Pediatrics Pulmonary Disease - American Board of Internal Medicine Sleep Medicine - American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine
Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) Pediatric Pulmonology - American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics - American Board of Pediatrics Pulmonary Disease - American Board of Internal Medicine Sleep Medicine - American Board of Pediatrics
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Dr. Suzanne E. Beck, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 31 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Suzanne E. Beck, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA.
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Dr. Suzanne Beck is a specialist in pediatric pulmonology and general pediatrics in Philadelphia, PA. She has a special interest in sleep disorders, cystic fibrosis (CF), and asthma. She is professionally affiliated with The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Beck is a graduate of Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Beck completed her residency training at a hospital affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. Her average rating from her patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Awards and/or distinctions she has received include Philadelphia Magazine's Top Doctors in Pediatric Pulmonology; Young Investigator Award, Maryland Thoracic Society; and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Clinical Fellowship.
