Question 1

what could cause difficulty breathing?

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Many things: Shortness if breath is a non specific complaint and could represent many things (some benign and some serious).  Get checked out by your physician.

Question 2

after smoking i have difficult breathing?

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Stop Smoking !!: Smoking cigarettes harms the lungs/ respiratory system. It can cause a buildup of mucus with swelling &amp; narrowing of airways. Toxins, particulate matter, bacteria &amp; viruses may not be cleared as well increasing risk for infections.  The mucosa (lining) can become irritated. Coughing, wheezing and poorer air exchange can occur.

Question 3

how do i figure out why i am having difficulty breathing?

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See a doctor: Its difficult to figure it out on your own and with out specific tests, including a history and physical and possibly a pulmonary function test if needed. Wish i could be more help, but the best way to find out would be to see a doctor.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: difficulty breathing?

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See below: If you are having difficulty breathing, you feel as though you are able to get enough air in, or get air out.  Your oxygen levels may be normal.

Question 5

what to do if i wake up in the morning with difficulty breathing?

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See your doctor: Cardiac, pulmonary, and gastrointestinal causes can cause this symptom.  Your doctor can help.

Question 6

i am having difficulty breathing sometimes what do you think it is?

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Short of breath: There are many causes of breathing difficulty. With no other information about you, can't speculate for you.

Question 7

what are some possible reasons why i am having difficulty breathing?

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Dyspnea: Numerous causes need to be ruled out, such as cardiac, respiratory, endocrine, neurological, musculoskeletal, hematological, or psychiatric. Recommend workup by your family doc.

Question 8

can you tell me what can cause someone to have difficulty breathing?

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Many : There are many many causes of this.

Question 9

what's it mean for a guy to have difficulty breathing when lying flat?

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Serious: It could be a heart or lung symptom so a medical examination is very important.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: sudden severe difficulty breathing?

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Emergency: Sudden severe difficulty breathing is an emergency.  In most cases the right thing to do is to summon emergency personnel to the scene.

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