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My uncle is experiencing difficulty breathing (worsened by: lying flat) (quality: slow or irregular) (time frame: gradual onset) . the following a...

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Orthopnea: The medical word for shortness of breath which is worse lying flat is "orthopnea". This can be a symptom of lung disease or heart disease; it is typically found with congestive heart failure. A patient with these symptoms should be evaluated by a physician.

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A member asked:

My uncle is experiencing difficulty breathing (worsened by: lying flat) (quality: slow or irregular) (time frame: gradual onset) . the following a...

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