Shortness of breath and Blocked nose

Conditions

• Bronchiolitis
• Croup
• Diphtheria

Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis is a common lower respiratory tract infection that affects babies and young children under a year old.

Symptoms of this condition may include:

• Shortness of breath
• Wheeze (noise on breathing out)
• Fast or shallow breathing
• Runny nose
• Blocked nose

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Bronchiolitis.

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Croup

Croup is a childhood condition that affects the windpipe (trachea), the airways to the lungs (the bronchi) and the voice box (larynx).

Symptoms of this condition may include:

• Barking cough
• Blocked nose
• Runny nose
• Shortness of breath
• High temperature

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Croup.

If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.

Diphtheria

Diphtheria is a contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat.

Symptoms of this condition may include:

• High temperature
• Sore throat
• White spots on tonsils
• Shivering or rigors
• Difficulty speaking

Our Health A-Z contains more information on Diphtheria.

If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.