Not all wheezing is serious. Normal, healthy individuals can cause wheeze through forced exhalation.
Take wheezing seriously when It presents suddenly after eating, taking medication, or being bit or stung. You should also take it seriously if someone is choking or holding their neck, it accompanies symptoms such as vision loss, ankle swelling, or heart pain, or you experience sudden difficulty breathing.
In some severe asthma attacks, the lungs can become so constricted that wheezing ceases. If you’re struggling to breathe, having difficulty speaking, or your lips or face are turning blue, seek medical attention immediately.