Wheezing

wheezing is a high pitched whistle sound(wheezing sound) made while breathing this mostly due to the inflammation or narrowed airways. The whistle sound is usually heard only during exhale but in severe cases, it is made during inhaling too. Wheezing is normally a symptom of breathing problem which requires diagnosis and treatment.

Common wheezing causes are

Asthma, allergic condition, Tumor in lungs, Obstruction of an airway, Bronchitis, Pneumonia, Smoking, cystic fibrosis, acute or chronic bronchitis, and COPD

Consult your doctor immediately if you experience a sudden unexpected Difficulty in breathing, Rapid breathing, Briefly bluish skin color. The wheezing treatment should be supervised by a physician.

Three reasons which cause wheezing at night are

House dust allergies, Dust mites, animal dander or other allergens. During this situation, stomach acid may be aspirated at night in a reclined position. This may also lead to a wheezing cough.

Nocturnal asthma is waking up at night with coughing, wheezing, and feeling breathless.

When you lie down nasal secretions can accumulate in the air pathway and makes breathing tougher and complicated