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Dr. Terri F. Brown-Whitehorn, MD is a pediatric allergist and immunologist in Philadelphia, PA specializing in pediatric allergy & immunology and general pediatrics. She graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. Dr. Terri F. Brown-Whitehorn, MD is affiliated with The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
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. Terri F. Brown-Whitehorn, MD graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. She completed residency at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. She is certified by the Pediatrics - American Board of Pediatrics and has a state license in New Jersey.
Medical School: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Residency: The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Board Certification: Pediatrics - American Board of Pediatrics
Licensed In: New Jersey
Dr. Terri F. Brown-Whitehorn, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Terri F. Brown-Whitehorn, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Terri F. Brown-Whitehorn, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Terri F. Brown-Whitehorn, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$125
Pegasys $125 |
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$103
Aerospan $103 |
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$50
FASENRA $50 |
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Dr. Terri F. Brown-Whitehorn, MD has received 4 research payments totaling $590.
Dr. Terri Brown-Whitehorn is a specialist in pediatric allergy & immunology and general pediatrics in Philadelphia, PA. Her clinical interests include drug allergy, hay fever (allergic rhinitis), and asthma. Dr. Brown-Whitehorn is professionally affiliated with The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Before performing her residency at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Dr. Brown-Whitehorn attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. Patient ratings for Dr. Brown-Whitehorn average 5.0 stars (out of 5). Awards and/or distinctions she has received include Master Clinician Award Recipient, CHOP; Main Line Today, "Great Doctors for Kids"; and Philadelphia Magazine's Top Doctors in Pediatric Allergy & Immunology.
