Wheezing (Rale)

Wheezing (Rale) is a sound that can be heard when listening to the lungs during breathing. Wheezing can vary in intensity and sound, and can be produced in any part of the respiratory system.

Wheezing can be caused by a variety of causes, including respiratory tract infections, allergic reactions, chronic lung diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and heart failure.

Crepitation is the term used to describe wheezing. Crepitus can be wet or dry. Wet crepitus is usually caused by fluid in the lungs, such as phlegm or blood. Dry crepitations can be caused by inflammation or narrowing of the airways.

Listening to the lungs can help identify the presence of wheezing and determine its nature and location. This can help diagnose and treat possible diseases. This involves using a stethoscope to listen to the sounds produced inside the body.

In conclusion, wheezing (rale) is a sound that can be heard when breathing and can be caused by various reasons. Crepitation is the term used to describe wheezing. Listening to your lungs can help diagnose and treat possible diseases. If you experience wheezing or other respiratory symptoms, see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.



Wheezing (“Rale” in the international classification of diseases, 11th revision ICD-11) translated means crepitus. In other words, it is the sound of the opening of the airways that accompanies inhalations and exhalations. The definition of “wheezing” is accepted in domestic medicine; “crepitus” can be heard from doctors of Western medicine, but