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Is it normal to feel extremely lightheaded during an asthma attack?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes some may: Some people with asthma depending on the severity of the asthma attack may feel lightheaded, and sometimes it may be due to therapy.
Answered 5/17/2013
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Hyperventilation: Frequently during an asthma attack people breathe fast. This rapid respiratory rate leads to hyperventilation. Hyperventilation can result in feeling light headed.
Answered 3/25/2013
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Yes: Decreased oxygenation of the brain cells due to asthma attack (not enough oxygen in the lungs to sufficiently oxygenate the circulating blood) can possibly cause lightheadedness.
Answered 10/3/2016
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