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Dr. Suzanne M. Hanson, MD is a pediatrician in Saint Charles, MO specializing in general pediatrics. She graduated from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine in 1993 and has 32 years of experience. Dr. Suzanne M. Hanson, MD is affiliated with Washington University Physicians, WashU Medicine, St. Louis Children's Hospital, Progress West Hospital and BJC HealthCare.
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11 Garvey Parkway
Saint Charles, MO 63303
11 Garvey Parkway
Saint Charles, MO 63303
1224 Graham Road Suite 1103
Florissant, MO 63031
1660 West Meyer Road
Wentzville, MO 63385
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.
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
Dr. Suzanne M. Hanson, MD graduated from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine in 1993. She completed residency at St. Louis Children's Hospital. She is certified by the Pediatrics and has a state license in Missouri.
Medical School: Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine (1993)
Residency: St. Louis Children's Hospital
Board Certification: Pediatrics
Licensed In: Missouri
Dr. Suzanne M. Hanson, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Suzanne M. Hanson, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna US Access, Aetna National Advantage Program, Aetna Elect Choice, Aetna Open Choice PPO, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Access HMO, Aetna, MHBP, Aetna Choice POS II, Humana, Aetna Select, Aetna Elect Choice EPO, Coventry, Cigna, Blue California, Aetna Open Access PPO, Aetna Medicare HMO and Aetna Medicare PPO.
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Dr. Suzanne Hanson is a general pediatrics specialist in Wentzville, MO, Saint Charles, MO, and Florissant, MO. She graduated from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine and then she performed her residency at St. Louis Children's Hospital. Clinical interests for Dr. Hanson include primary care, attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), and asthma. Dr. Hanson usually is in-network for Aetna EPO, Blue California, and Coventry, as well as other insurance carriers. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include Progress West Hospital, Washington University Physicians, and St. Louis Children's Hospital. Dr. Hanson has an open panel in St Charles, MO according to BJC HealthCare.
