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Why might I have difficult or labored breathing?

Why might I have difficult or labored breathing?

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Why might I have difficult or labored breathing?

The symptoms of anemia comprises of breathlessness, fatigue, brittle nails, chest pain and unexplained paleness of the skin.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is it like to have iron-deficiency anemia?

Low hemoglobin is a symptom of anemia caused specially due to underlying medical conditions and a poor diet.

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Can a sedentary lifestyle cause shortness of breath?

Yes, physical inactivity can cause shortness of breath.

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Why is it difficult to breathe in high humidity?

Humid air is dense, due to the high water content. This density can increase airway resistance in the body. Due to this one might find breathing difficult especially in humid climate.

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Why am I short of breath after eating?

Shortness of breathe (dyspnea) occurs when you are trying too hard to breathe and there is a feeling that you need to breathe deeper and faster due to shortage of oxygen. It is usually experienced if you are living with COPD, asthma or lung disorders. However, if you experience the same post eating then you may have a food allergy, GERD, hiatus hernia or mild to severe respiratory conditions. Consider consulting a pulmonologist if you suffer from frequent breathelessness post meals.

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What happens if your hemoglobin count is 5.6?

5.6 hemoglobin is very low and can lead to dizziness and unexplained fatigue.The doctor may prescribe medications and an iron rich diet to resolve anemia.

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