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Stridor: Noisy breathing such as wheezing. See detailed information below for a list of 695 causes of Stridor, Symptom Checker, including diseases and drug side effect causes.
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causes of Stridor
- (Source - Diseases Database)
A whistling sound when breathing (usually heard on inspiration); indicates obstruction of the trachea or larynx
- (Source - WordNet 2.1)
The list of organs typically affected by Stridor may include, but is not limited to:
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This information refers to the general prevalence and incidence of these diseases, not to how likely they are to be the actual cause of Stridor. Of the 695 causes of Stridor that we have listed, we have the following prevalence/incidence information:
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The following list of conditions have 'Stridor' or similar listed as a symptom in our database. This computer-generated list may be inaccurate or incomplete. Always seek prompt professional medical advice about the cause of any symptom.
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The following list of medical conditions have Stridor or similar listed as a medical complication in our database. The distinction between a symptom and complication is not always clear, and conditions mentioning this symptom as a complication may also be relevant. This computer-generated list may be inaccurate or incomplete. Always seek prompt professional medical advice about the cause of any symptom.
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This information shows analysis of the list of causes of Stridor based
on whether certain risk factors apply to the patient:
Depending on the seriousness of the onset of Stridor, you may want to consult one of the following medical professionals.
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Upper airway obstruction
- (Source - Diseases Database)
Subtypes of Stridor:
Wheezing (764 causes), Stertorous breathing (31 causes), Expiratory wheeze (19 causes), Wheezing on exertion (1 cause), Asthma-like reaction (2 causes)
Medical Conditions associated with Stridor:
Wheezing (764 causes), Breath sound symptoms (759 causes), Breathing difficulties (2922 causes), Breathing symptoms (3381 causes), Respiratory tract symptoms (5166 causes), Throat symptoms (3410 causes), Lung symptoms (3280 causes), Mouth symptoms (6864 causes), Breath symptoms (3023 causes), Head symptoms (10192 causes), Face symptoms (8109 causes), Lung sound symptoms (743 causes)
Symptoms related to Stridor:
Wheezing (764 causes), Croupy, Noisy breathing, Difficulty breathing (2922 causes), Cough (1407 causes), Foreign body in throat, Larynx condition, Trachea condition, Pulmonary edema (72 causes), Asthma (320 causes), Respiratory infection, Common cold (712 causes), Croup (17 causes)
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