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What are the symptoms of a weak diaphragm? is it possible hunching over the abdomen can force the diaphragm up, relieving shortness of breath?
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Weak diaphragm: It is helpful to know why your diaphragm is weak, is it a muscle or nerve problem? Once the cause is known specific suggestions can be made to improve your breathing. All the best.
Answered 7/22/2018
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Diaphragm: A,weak diaphragm is usually elevated(paralyzed) and encroaches upon the chest cavity and may impact lung function. Another type of weakness leads to part of the stomach protruding into the chest cavity(hiatal hernia) which can lead to reflux of stomach contents upwards into the esophagus and back of the throat. Massive hiatal hernias also can impact lung function. These be seen on a chest xray.
Answered 6/28/2019
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