Customer question:
What could cause wheezing while breathing? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
Raises when breathing, also called wheezing, can result from various causes. Breathing noises are usually the result of a narrowing of the airways, which causes difficulty in airflow.
Here are some of the possible causes of wheezing.
- Asthma (bronchial asthma): asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that causes narrowing of the airways and increased mucus production. This can lead to heavy breathing and wheezing.
- Bronchitis: Acute or chronic bronchitis, which involves bronchi inflammation, can cause airway narrowing and wheezing.
- Respiratory infections: various respiratory infections such as colds, flu, bronchiolitis, or pneumonia can cause inflammation and narrowing of the airways.
- Allergic reactions: allergies to dust, pollen, mold, or animal hair can cause airway inflammation and, thus, wheezing when breathing.
- Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airway is partially or completely blocked during sleep, which can cause snoring.
- Foreign objects in the respiratory tract: Inhalation of foreign objects, especially in children, may cause wheezing or wheezing when breathing.
- Acid Reflux: Acid backing up from the stomach into the esophagus can irritate the airways, resulting in hoarseness.
- Physical exertion: intense physical activity can cause faster breathing and wheezing in some people.
- Smoking: smoking can often cause inflammation of the airways, which can lead to wheezing.
- Lung disease - interstitial type: certain lung diseases that affect the interstitial tissue of the lungs can cause difficulty breathing and wheezing.
If you experience wheezing or difficulty breathing, it is essential to consult your doctor. The doctor will perform an appropriate assessment, diagnose, and prescribe the appropriate treatment based on the underlying cause.
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