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26 wks pregnant feeling short of breath for days sitting or laying down doesnt help too much but standing is less preassure on my upprr tummy =(?

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Dr. Neal Skop answered

Shortness of breath: depending on fetal position the diaphragm can be compressed during pregnancy leading to shortness of breath..usually the symptoms are better when standing..if your symptoms worsen or continue you should see your obstetrician

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Answered 5/20/2016

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A member asked:

26 wks pregnant feeling short of breath for days sitting or laying down doesnt help too much but standing is less preassure on my upprr tummy =(?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Neal Skop answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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