Potential effects of E-cigarettes and vaping on pediatric asthma.

Introduction:
This text provides an overview of the potential effects of electronic cigarettes (EC) and vaping on pediatric asthma. The authors conducted a literature review to investigate the relationship between EC use and respiratory symptoms in adolescents. They also discuss the potential threat of EC use in children and adolescents and the need for regulation.

Key Points:

* EC use has been linked to chronic bronchitis and/or asthma in adolescents.
* The study design includes a literature review of cross-sectional studies on self-reported outcomes of EC use and asthma in adolescents.
* The studies show an association between EC use and chronic bronchitis and/or asthma in adolescents.
* The authors also discuss the potential role of EC in inducing lung inflammation and reducing lung function in adults.
* There is a lack of data on the effects of vaping in asthma pathogenesis and on the effect of second and third-hand exposure in childhood.
* Clinicians are not well aware of the potential harmful health effects of vaping and do not discuss the subject with patients and their relatives.
* The authors emphasize the need for regulation of EC and flavoring prohibition, as well as banning advertising accessible by youths and young adults.

Main Message:
The text highlights the potential harmful effects of EC use on pediatric asthma and the need for regulation. The literature review shows an association between EC use and chronic bronchitis and/or asthma in adolescents. The authors stress the importance of educating healthcare professionals about the potential harmful health effects of vaping and discussing the subject with patients and their relatives. The main message is that EC should be considered and regulated as tobacco products and included in smoke-free policies, prohibiting their sale to youth worldwide.

Di Cicco M, Sepich M, Ragazzo V, Peroni DG, Comberiati P. Potential effects of E-cigarettes and vaping on pediatric asthma. Minerva pediatrica. 2020;72(5):372-382. doi:10.23736/S0026-4946.20.05973-3