10 Acute Bronchitis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #4: Wheezing
Wheezing is a high-pitched whistling sound which occurs when breathing. It is more noticeable when exhaling and in severe cases wheezing is noticeable even when inhaling. This symptom tends to resolve once the infection resolves in mild to moderate cases of acute bronchitis.
In severe cases of acute bronchitis, or when there is a greater possibility of complications, medications are necessary. Bronchodilators are commonly recommended in cases of wheezing because of acute bronchitis until the infection clears, which will help ease the symptoms. Antibiotics are not recommended, unless there is a secondary bacterial infection present or you have an underlying chronic lung problem.
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