Question 1

hard time taking in deep breath?

Accepted Answer

Painful Breathing: Difficulty taking a deep breath can be caused by a variety of factors. For example, pleurisy inflames the lining of the lungs making deep breaths painful and difficult. Asthma and infections can also produce this symptom. Excessive abdominal bloating or gas can also contribute.

Question 2

trouble getting that "deep " breath of air?

Accepted Answer

Air: You may be having anxiety attacks. Try breathing in and out of a paper bag, but seek professional help.

Question 3

why sometimes when i'm laying down i feel the need to take a really deep breath sometimes i wake up like that aswell?

Accepted Answer

: When you lie on your back there is some compression of the lung meaning  less volume so that may trigger the need for a deep breath. Side sleeping is better. May also be sleep apnea so would be evaluated for that especially if you snore. or due to reflux. Would follow up with  MD for assessment

Question 4

lately i noticed that i would sometimes take a sudden deep breath involuntarily. should i be concerned? whom should i consult?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor!: Did you just describe a sigh or yawn? ...And those certainly are not pathologic! now, if there is pain with it... Or if  you've got other symptoms, you might be able to build a case but you should ask yourself whether or not you've been anxious about something... Or particularly bored. If your doctor listened to your lungs, checked some lab, maybe a blood gas, he/she could reassure you further.

Question 5

why can't i i take a deep breath?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on the nature. Is it painful to take a deep breath, which may indicate some sort of inflammation of the lining of the lung, called pleurisy?  Or do you just not feel like you're getting enough air, which could be something entirely different? Need clarification.

Question 6

what causes pain when taking a deep breath?

Accepted Answer

Rib dysfunction: Is a possibility. Can happen either due to slipped rib syndrome or costochondritis.

Question 7

why am i always trying to take a deep breath?

Accepted Answer

Stress relief: Deep breathing is our body's response to increasing or alarming stress. It brings more Oxygen to the brain and stimulates nerve groups that calm your heart and relax your muscles. The life of a teenager is full of stressful factors and your body is telling you to relax by taking a deep breath: try to practice this form of relaxation, on your own, by pausing and deep breathing several times a day!

Question 8

what to do if i cannot seem to breath a deep breath.?

Accepted Answer

Eval: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes.

Question 9

why is it that i feel like i can't take a deep breath?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain: To little information. To important a symptom to guess. You need to see physician soon.

Question 10

why does it hurt around by back when i take a deep breath?

Accepted Answer

Pleuritic pain: Pain that is aggravated by deep breathing is referred to as pleuritic pain, as it often arises from inflammation of the lining of the lung, which is called the pleura. Inflammation of the pleura can be caused by many different things. Since some of these are serious, you should be evaluated to find the cause.

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