Also known as: Wheezing (Sibilant Rhonchi)
Wheezing is a high-pitched whistling sound produced when breathing through narrowed airways. It is most noticeable when exhaling and can sometimes be heard without a stethoscope. Wheezing is commonly associated with asthma and allergies but can also occur with respiratory infections.
There are several possible reasons you may be experiencing Wheezing. Here are the most common ones.
Seek immediate medical attention if wheezing is accompanied by severe difficulty breathing, bluish skin or lips, rapid breathing, or chest tightness that does not respond to an inhaler. New-onset wheezing without a prior history of respiratory disease, or wheezing that progressively worsens, should be evaluated by a doctor.
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