What is Wheezing?
Wheezing is a high-pitched sound that one makes when they are breathing. It is a sign that one is having trouble breathing. It may occur when a person is breathing in or breathing out.
Causes of Wheezing
It is possible to get wheezing treatment suggestions online. However, the type of treatment that you need will depend on the cause of the wheezing. It may be caused by the narrowing of the airway, which is often caused by asthma. It may also be caused by allergic reactions, cystic fibrosis, congestive heart failure, a tumor in the lungs or bronchitis.
When to see a Doctor
If you have mild wheezing, then you may not need to see a doctor. However, if you have the following symptoms, then you will need to see a doctor.
Rapid breathing
Difficulty breathing
Bluish skin color
You will need to go to the emergency room if you have the following symptoms.
You start to have wheezing after you have an allergic reaction.
You have severe breathing problems.
You start to wheeze after you have choked on food.
Self-Care Measures
If you do not need medical treatment, then there are some things that you can do to manage this problem at home. You can use a humidifier to moisturize the air. The moist air can help alleviate mild wheezing.
