10 Upper Respiratory Infection Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #10: Wheezing
If the airways become inflamed, or if the space is restricted in some other way, then it is harder for air to pass through. As we breathe, the air is forced to squeeze through a tighter than usual passageway. This compresses the air as it passes through and causes a wheezing sound.
Wheezing is not a standard symptom of an upper respiratory infection and is a sign that the patient might be struggling. In such cases, you should consider seeing a doctor, especially in cases where the patient is vulnerable. This is also the case if the fever runs too high, and if symptoms such as a sore throat become too painful.
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