As of Oct. 3, 2026, MyChart is now your new online health record at Children’s Minnesota. Learn more and activate your account now.
As of Oct. 3, 2026, MyChart is now your new online health record at Children’s Minnesota. Learn more and activate your account now.
Airway Obstruction
(Obstrucción de las vías aéreas)
When something keeps the air from moving in and out of the airways in your lungs, it's called an airway obstruction. When someone has asthma, the airways may become obstructed, or blocked, because they are swollen, narrow, and clogged with thick mucus. Obstructed airways can cause coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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