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A member asked:
I notice when i bend over it takes my breath away and causes sob. heart checked ok. i have history of gerd, big stomach, & bloating. what could it be.?
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Lung restriction: Obesity might be the cause. Bending over causes your abdomen to push upward against your diaphragms, restricting their movement when you attempt to take a breath.
Answered 8/18/2018
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