Shortness of Breath

Difficulty breathing or Shortness of breath, also called dyspnea, can sometimes be harmless as the result of exercise or nasal congestion. In other situations, it may be a sign of a more serious heart or lung disease.

Symptoms/Causes

• Heart disease or heart attack (in this case, shortness of breath may be accompanied by swelling of the feet/ankles).
• Lung disease.
• Emphysema.
• Pneumonia
• Asthma or allergies.
• Anemia
• Panic attacks.
• Airway obstructions, exposure to cigarette smoke or extreme exposure to dust or fumes.
• Obesity or lack of exercise.
• High altitudes.
• Blood flow disruption in getting oxygen to the brain.
• Intense emotional anxiety or stress.

Treatment Plans vary due to services provided.

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