What are Common Causes of Increased WOB in Children?
Several conditions can increase WOB in pediatric patients:
Asthma: Chronic inflammation and narrowing of the airways. Bronchiolitis: A common viral infection in infants causing airway inflammation and mucus production. Pneumonia: Infection of the lungs leading to inflammation and fluid accumulation. Croup: Viral infection causing swelling of the upper airways. Foreign Body Aspiration: Inhalation of an object leading to airway obstruction.
