Noisy Respiration (Stridor and Wheezing): Pathophysiology and Clinical Management

Noisy Respiration (Stridor and Wheezing): Pathophysiology and Clinical Management

1. Introduction: Analyzing Respiratory Sounds Noisy respiration is a critical clinical sign indicating turbulent airflow through a compromised or narrowed respiratory tract. Normal breathing in a healthy individual is generally silent and effortless. When breathing becomes audible, presenting as high-pitched whistling, harsh crowing, or low-pitched rattling, it signals an underlying mechanical obstruction, severe mucosal inflammation, … Read more