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What is wheeze?
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WHEEZING/SPASM: Wheezing is spasming of the lung structure, bronchi & alveoli. This may. Be a sign of asthma or bronchitis. You need an exam, labs, cxr and pulmonary function testing.
Answered 10/5/2017
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A wheeze: Is a high pitched "whistle" caused by OBSTRUCTION of your AIR PASSAGES. Asthma or Asthmatic Bronchitis are the most common causes. Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 5/28/2017
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Get an albuterol: inhaler from your Dr. and use it 4x/day as needed
Answered 9/25/2016
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