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Heavy breathing when laying in bed, but gets better when getting up and sitting on bedside? what is wrong?

Q: heavy breathing when laying in bed, but gets better when getting up and sitting on bedside? what is wrong?

: You should see your doctor to evaluate this symptom. There are many possibilities including congestive heart failure, diaphragm issue, anxiety, etc. The only way to diagnose the problem for sure is to have your doctor evaluate it. Best of luck to you!

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You should see your doctor to evaluate this symptom. There are many possibilities including congestive heart failure, diaphragm issue, anxiety, etc. The only way to diagnose the problem for sure is to have your doctor evaluate it. Best of luck to you!

Dr Ungerleider agreed

Answered 5/10/2023

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A member asked:

Heavy breathing when laying in bed, but gets better when getting up and sitting on bedside? what is wrong?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Dr Ungerleider agreed

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