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    • Pulmonology
    • Pediatrics
    • Internal Medicine

    Background:

    • Wheezing, characterized by a high-pitched whistling sound during airflow through narrowed airways, is commonly associated with asthma.
    • However, wheezing can also indicate diverse underlying pathologies, including airway structural lesions, foreign body aspiration, pulmonary infections, and cardiac conditions.
    • The etiology of wheezing can differ significantly based on patient age.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review and discuss the common causes of wheezing encountered in clinical practice.
    • To highlight the differential diagnoses for wheezing beyond asthma.
    • To emphasize the importance of age-specific etiological considerations for wheezing.

    Main Methods:

    • This article is a review of existing literature and clinical knowledge on wheezing.
    • It synthesizes information on the various causes of wheezing.
    • Diagnostic approaches including history, physical examination, laboratory tests, and specialized investigations are discussed.

    Main Results:

    • Wheezing is not exclusive to asthma and can stem from a wide range of conditions.
    • Differential diagnoses include structural airway abnormalities, foreign body aspiration, infections, and cardiac issues.
    • Diagnostic workup requires a thorough clinical evaluation and may necessitate pulmonary function tests, imaging, or bronchoscopy.

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate diagnosis of wheezing requires a comprehensive approach, considering multiple potential etiologies.
    • Identifying the underlying cause of wheezing is crucial for appropriate management.
    • Age-specific evaluation is essential for determining the etiology of wheezing.