Persistent wheezing
Persistent wheezing is a continuous high-pitched whistling sound during breathing, usually when exhaling. It indicates narrowed or obstructed airways. While common in asthma, persistent wheezing that doesn't resolve needs evaluation. Common causes include asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and bronchitis (acute or chronic).
Conditions that commonly cause persistent wheezing
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Common Causes of Persistent wheezing
- Asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Bronchitis (acute or chronic)
- Allergic reactions
- Airway obstruction or foreign body
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Persistent wheezing
These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:
- Wheezing with severe breathlessness or blue lips
- New-onset wheezing in an adult without asthma history
- Wheezing that worsens despite inhaler use
- Wheezing with chest pain or high fever
- Wheezing after choking or inhaling a foreign object
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