Symptoms of an Airway Obstruction
The exact signs of an airway obstruction can vary, depending on the type and underlying cause. A blockage on different parts of the airway may lead to different symptoms. Common signs to look for may include bluish-colored skin, agitation, panic, gasping for air, no breathing or trouble breathing, loss of consciousness, cardio-respiratory arrest, reduced breathing sounds in your lungs, confusion, shallow or fast breathing, as well as high-pitched breathing noises. [3]
