Question 1

why im shortness of breath?

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Many causes: You should really be evaluated. It can be from deconditioning, heart problems, lung problems, smoking, kidney problems, thyroid problems...Etc. See this link for more details: http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/shortness-of-breath/my00119.

Question 2

what type of doctor can tell me why i'm having shortness of breath? i have high blood pressure and am 11 weeks pregnant. already went to ob, and er

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Shortness of breath: If your OB is not able to give you an answer, you need to see a pulmonologist to check your breathing.

Question 3

im having shortness of breath ?

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Monitor symptoms: Monitor for other symptoms like fevers, cough. Other less common symptoms include headache, nausea, diarrhea, loss of smell, and sore throat. If shortness of breath is severe and you can’t breathe then call EMS or go to hospital.

Question 4

i'm expiriencing shortness of breath ?

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: You will need to see a physician ASAP, as difficulty breathing can be due to anxiety, asthma, pneumonia, heart disease, and a host of other conditions.  You may or may not have a severe problem, and to be on safe side, get it addressed soon.

Question 5

i'm 20 and have shortness of breath what could be causing it ?

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There are many cause: You are twenty years old and having shortness of breath.We can not tell you on this site what is causing your symptoms
you need to be checked with detailed history and physical examination and some other tests including blood;urine, and if indicated xray chest, ekg and pulmonary function tests
it may be from anemia, pulmonary condition like asthma;others and heart problem
so make an appt and get chec.

Question 6

i'm feeling smothered & have shortness of breath. what's going on?

Accepted Answer

M.D. visit: Shortness of breath is related to a number of possible conditions. I agree that if you are experiencing difficulty breathing, you should be seen by a physician.

Question 7

i'm having shortness of breath, and it's hurting in my ribs but i haven't hurt them?

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If you are : Struggling to breath - please seek emergency medical assistance.

Question 8

what is considered shortness of breath?

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Short of breath: Generally a feeling of increased work to breathe is considered 'shortness of breath', generally the respiratory rate is increased at those times.

Question 9

what are the causes of shortness of breath?

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Shortness of breath: This is a symptom of not getting enough air. It can be caused by many things. If the person is normal but there isn't enough oxygen, if the person over exerts. If there isn't enough red blood cells in the blood. If the lungs don't work well, heart dysfunction, abnormal respiratory mechanics.

Question 10

i get shortness of breath while i'm at work. is there anything i can do?

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Plenty: I presume this is stress related so you need to resolve the stress either by talking with your supervisor to change circumstances if this is possible or seeing a counselor to help you learn stress coping techniques.  If you cannot resolve the problem with these you may need to seek a new job.  If this is not stress related see your physician to look for more serious causes www.Medac4u.Com.

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I'm having shortness of breath, and it's hurting in my ribs but i haven't hurt them?

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