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What could be causing slight shortness of breath/breathing deeply and increased heart rate in a teenage girl?

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Dr. Kevin Carr answered

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Many things...: Heavy or long periods reduce number of red blood cells (which carry oxygen), causing heart to speed up to get them from the lungs to tissue to deposit oxygen. In a single day, red blood cells can travel 12,000 miles. Blood clot in lung must also be considered. As should fluid around the heart (pericardial effusion), anxiety, and deconditioning/obesity to name a few. Get medical evaluation ASAP.

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Answered 1/8/2016

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A member asked:

What could be causing slight shortness of breath/breathing deeply and increased heart rate in a teenage girl?

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