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5 days ago
Characteristics of wheezing in bronchiolitis in children.
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1. Wheezing in bronchiolitis is typically high-pitched and musical in nature.
2. Wheezing may be heard during both inspiration and expiration, but is often more prominent during expiration.
3. Wheezing may be accompanied by other respiratory symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, and chest tightness.
4. Wheezing in bronchiolitis is often associated with inflammation and narrowing of the small airways in the lungs, leading to increased resistance to airflow.
5. Wheezing may be more pronounced in younger children and infants with bronchiolitis, as their airways are smaller and more easily obstructed.
6. Wheezing in bronchiolitis may worsen with physical activity or when the child is lying down.
7. Wheezing may be intermittent or continuous, depending on the severity of the bronchiolitis and the child's response to treatment.
8. Wheezing in bronchiolitis may be accompanied by other signs of respiratory distress, such as nasal flaring, retractions (sucking in of the skin between the ribs), and cyanosis (bluish discoloration of the skin or lips).
9. Wheezing in bronchiolitis may improve with bronchodilator medications or other treatments aimed at reducing inflammation and opening up the airways.
2. Wheezing may be heard during both inspiration and expiration, but is often more prominent during expiration.
3. Wheezing may be accompanied by other respiratory symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, and chest tightness.
4. Wheezing in bronchiolitis is often associated with inflammation and narrowing of the small airways in the lungs, leading to increased resistance to airflow.
5. Wheezing may be more pronounced in younger children and infants with bronchiolitis, as their airways are smaller and more easily obstructed.
6. Wheezing in bronchiolitis may worsen with physical activity or when the child is lying down.
7. Wheezing may be intermittent or continuous, depending on the severity of the bronchiolitis and the child's response to treatment.
8. Wheezing in bronchiolitis may be accompanied by other signs of respiratory distress, such as nasal flaring, retractions (sucking in of the skin between the ribs), and cyanosis (bluish discoloration of the skin or lips).
9. Wheezing in bronchiolitis may improve with bronchodilator medications or other treatments aimed at reducing inflammation and opening up the airways.
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Google Gemini AI
5 days ago
Characteristics of Wheezing in Bronchiolitis in Children:
Onset:
- Usually acute, with symptoms appearing within 1-3 days of infection
Character:
- High-pitched, whistling sound during expiration
- May be intermittent or persistent
Severity:
- Can range from mild to severe
- Severe wheezing may cause respiratory distress and require hospital admission
Duration:
- Can last for several days to weeks
Other Respiratory Symptoms:
- Tachypnea (rapid breathing)
- Cyanosis (bluish coloration of skin, lips, or nail beds)
- Intercostal retractions (inward movement of chest wall between ribs during inspiration)
- Grunting or nasal flaring
- Decreased lung sounds
- Feeding difficulties
Associated Symptoms:
- Fever
- Runny nose
- Cough
- Irritability
- Lethargy
Triggers:
- Respiratory viruses (e.g., RSV, influenza, adenovirus)
- Cold air exposure
- Smoke
- Allergens
Risk Factors:
- Preterm birth
- Young age (less than 2 years)
- Exposure to secondhand smoke
- Immunodeficiency
Complications:
- Pneumonia
- Respiratory failure
- Apnea (cessation of breathing)
Onset:
- Usually acute, with symptoms appearing within 1-3 days of infection
Character:
- High-pitched, whistling sound during expiration
- May be intermittent or persistent
Severity:
- Can range from mild to severe
- Severe wheezing may cause respiratory distress and require hospital admission
Duration:
- Can last for several days to weeks
Other Respiratory Symptoms:
- Tachypnea (rapid breathing)
- Cyanosis (bluish coloration of skin, lips, or nail beds)
- Intercostal retractions (inward movement of chest wall between ribs during inspiration)
- Grunting or nasal flaring
- Decreased lung sounds
- Feeding difficulties
Associated Symptoms:
- Fever
- Runny nose
- Cough
- Irritability
- Lethargy
Triggers:
- Respiratory viruses (e.g., RSV, influenza, adenovirus)
- Cold air exposure
- Smoke
- Allergens
Risk Factors:
- Preterm birth
- Young age (less than 2 years)
- Exposure to secondhand smoke
- Immunodeficiency
Complications:
- Pneumonia
- Respiratory failure
- Apnea (cessation of breathing)
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