Can Stridor Be Expiratory

Inspiratory stridor occurs when your child breathes in and it indicates a collapse of tissue above the vocal cords. Expiratory stridor occurs when your child breathes out and it indicates a problem further down the windpipe.

What does stridor sound like in lungs?

Stridor. This harsh, noisy, squeaking sound happens with every breath. It can be high or low, and it’s usually a sign that something is blocking your airways. Your doctor can typically tell where the problem is by whether your stridor sounds happen when you breathe in or out.

What does expiratory Rhonchi sound like?

Rhonchi resemble low-pitched wheezes. They are rumbling, coarse sounds like a snore during inspiration or exploration, and continuous. It may clear with coughing.