Wheezing will be present as long as you have the inflammation in the airways. Antibiotics can help in the reduction of wheezing. On a long term, it is important that you stay out of allergens if you really want to alleviate the wheezing

Bronchitis as such is contagious since it is mainly caused by pathogens. However you can do your best to prevent transmission. Don’t share items with your kid. Never expose him to your cough and sneeze

Antibiotics can be taken if the infection is bacterial. For viral infections, it is often likely that the infection will run its entire course and this has to be defended by body immunity. So the best thing is to do your best to boost up the immunity

Rest is important. Increase in the amount of fluid intake is also vital. Bronchodilators, antibiotics and inhalers as per prescription can alleviate signs

Being a lower respiratory tract infection, this ailment can be bad. This often depends on the body immunity present in different individuals. But it is imperative to see your doctor if symptoms persist

Body immunity has the power to defend against any infection. If you are infected by a specific strain of bacterium or virus, it is likely that you become resistant to that. But if you are immuno suppressed then there is a possibility that you might get the same infection again. But in any case, infection due to irritants and other pathogens is always possible

Opting for OTC medications without consulting a doctor for dogs might not be good. Corticosteroids can help. But this needs to be given in consultation with the vet. Other than this, beta-agonist medicines and bronchodilators can also help

Kissing can spread the infection. Since pathogens present in phlegm or mucus tend to get ejected during cough, sneeze or kiss, the ailment is likely to spread by kissing too

If you have fever cold or cough, it is better that you wait. Till symptoms disappear, you can wait. But, consult with your doctor and make the final decision

Spirometry can detect the ability of the lungs to take in and expel air. Abnormality in the readings can help with understanding the presence of lung infection. Other additional tests might be necessary to really distinguish both