Does bronchitis cause wheezing?

Question

My one year old just started antibiotics for bronchitis and has been on it yesterday and today. But I noticed today he is wheezing a little bit and I'm concerned it is something more serious.

Answer 1

If he is wheezing take him in to get this checked out. They may want to do a nebulizer treatment on him tonight to clear it up. Bundle him up if it's cold where you live and take him to ER to get checked.

Answer 2

Heres some information on Bronchitis and wheezing is one of the main symptoms so i wouldnt be worried keep giving the antibiotics to him, If he doesnt seem to be getting better then call a doctor.

What are the Symptoms of Bronchitis?

Some of the most common symptoms are: a cough, WHEEZING, fever, and soreness in the chest.

Is Bronchitis contagious?

Yes. Bronchitis is contagious. It can be spread by direct or indirect contact.


What causes Bronchitis?

Bronchitis is usually caused by infection with a virus. However, bronchitis may also be caused by bacteria, smoking or the inhalation of chemical pollutants or dust. The most common viruses that cause bronchitis are influenza A and B, The most common bacteria that causes bronchitis is Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

When the cells of the bronchial-lining tissue are irritated beyond a certain point, the tiny hairs (cilia) within them, which normally trap and eliminate pollutants, stop functioning. Consequently, the air passages become clogged by debris and irritation increases. In response, a heavy secretion of mucus develops, which causes the characteristic cough of bronchitis.


Can Bronchitis be Treated?

Yes. Acute bronchitis, can be treated with cough medicine, bed rest, drinking plenty of fluids and staying indoors in damp, cold weather. If you smoke, you should cut down on the number of cigarettes you smoke, or stop smoking altogether. If you doctor suspects you have a bacterial infection, he may prescribe an antibiotic.


Good luck i hope he feels better and soon.♥

Answer 3

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Answer 4

If he is breathing extremely hard (lift up his shirt is his tummy working extra hard up down up down) I would consider taking him back in or at the very least phone your doctor. Almost everyone wheezes with bronchitis. But if it is very loud I would take him back in or if his lips or color changes.

You may want to try a humidifier. Or run a hot shower without the fan and just bring him into the bathroom with you to breathe the humid air (do not place him in the hot water obviously).

But if the wheezing worries you call the doctor usually Mom know's best, he may need a nebulizer treatment (he is too young for an inhaler so they will just give him the medication with a machine that blows the medication for him to breathe).

I hope he feels better soon!

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Yes, bronchitis will make you wheeze. The doctor should have given you an inhaler along with the antibiotics..... you should call the doctor back and let him know that your son is wheezing....

Answer 7

SMOKING KILLS.YOUR BF IS RIGHT. Bronchitis and smoking go hand in hand. When you smoke, chemicals within the tobacco irritate the lining of your bronchial tubes. Typical symptoms include a cough, sore throat, mucous and chest discomfort. The more that you smoke, the worse this condition becomes. It can lead to chronic bronchitis, a disease linked almost exclusively to smokers. Poisonous Substances Because of the highly poisonous ingredients within smoking products, each puff of a cigarette irritates a smoker's body starting with their lips and mouth, and ending deep within the airways of their lungs. Just a few of the harmful substances within cigarettes are nicotine, carbon monoxide, tar, ambergris,benzene and hydrogen cyanide. All of these chemicals are put into cigarettes along with the tobacco leaves. When the cigarette is lit, the chemical properties are changed, making them even more deadly. The airway begins with the mouth and travels down your throat into the trachea, which is the beginning of your lungs. From there, the lungs begin, forming multiple passages (bronchi) that help them to expand and contract. With each breath that you take, your lungs fill with much-needed oxygen. Smoking irritates the lining of your trachea and bronchi. When these passages are irritated by the smoke, they swell and inflame. The swelling and inflammation is a part of the immune response to aid healing. Mucous is also produced, but in abundance. The mucous actually clogs the bronchi, making it more difficult to breathe. This is why smokers cough so much. Their lungs are working extra hard to expel mucous. Further Irritation The incessant coughing further irritates the lungs and throat. Many bronchitis sufferers complain of cough-related chest pain, muscle spasm and a sore throat. Because they continue to cough, there is no relief from the cycle. In spite of these symptoms, and knowing why they have the condition, most people continue to smoke. This cough is termed "smoker's cough." It is found almost exclusively in smokers, although people exposed to second-hand smoke often develop it as well. The cough is productive. This means that the cough produces mucous and phlegm harbored deep within the lungs. Smoker's mucous is typically brown, yellow or green. The brown color shows the type of residue left in the lungs when you smoke Yellow and green mucous indicate infection. If you have a severe cough, there might be blood in the mucous too. Pond scum looks better. Smokers are at greater risk of developing upper respiratory viruses and infections because of the mucous buildup. The mucous within your airways is thick and is able to trap foreign particles, microorganisms and bacteria quite effectively. It's rather like a science experiment in your lungs. Bacteria and microorganisms thrive in moist, warm environments, and a smoker's lungs are perfect for infections to proliferate. Smokers are also more susceptible to asthma, as the bronchitis makes it difficult to breathe. I hope I have scared the living daylights outta you and you'd stop smoking.I was a heavg smoker once. But I have stopped smoking years ago. Best of luck Sarah.

Answer 8

Yes bronchitis can cause wheezing.

Answer 9

wheezing goes along with bronchitis. with children/infants watch for a high pitched respiration's. this is serious. if it is just wheezing, this will eventually diminish once the medicine clears the mucous from the bronchial airways.

Answer 10

Here is a link to Bronchitis Symptoms:
http://www.medicinenet.com/bronchitis/page2.htm