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When taking a deep breath or yawning, the intake's not satisfying. this isn't the case when just waking up, after relaxing, or lying on side. why?

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Dr. Robert Greer answered

You've answered: You experience "air hunger" only when aware. If really worried get a finger "pulse ox" which measures the amount of oxygen at any moment.Bet yours is normal.

Answered 4/8/2018

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A member asked:

When taking a deep breath or yawning, the intake's not satisfying. this isn't the case when just waking up, after relaxing, or lying on side. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Greer answered

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