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Bending over causes shortness of breath?
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Short of breath: Are you obese, bending over in folks with large abdomens can impair diaphragmatic motion and cause shortness of breath.
Answered 4/9/2020
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Yes it can: Because it changes the mechanics of your chest cavity. Hope this helps!
Answered 4/11/2019
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