Short of breath is also known as suffering from dyspnoea or suffering from breathing difficulties. In fact if you suffer from any respiratory condition you are more than likely to be short of breath. Being short of breath can have serious repercussions for your health if not addressed. Not everyone knows or recognises the symptoms …
Category Archive: Shortness of breath
Oct
02
Madeline Simon (MS) – The energy levels are back
Yes, I have my energy back and am definitely doing more and am quite excited about my POWERbreathe stats, but that’s for next week. I nearly did my full quota of exercise: Pilates, 0.5mile swim and some core exercises before bed. It’s the latter that needs to increase a bit more. I also tried out …
Sep
27
POWERbreathe User Trial – Maxine Filby: POWERbreathe is progressing
I am now nearly on to my third week of working with a POWERbreathe. I have managed to move up to level 2 and am surprised by how much stronger I feel already. I have definitely noticed a difference when I am out training especially when I am climbing up a tough hill. This is …
Aug
31
Breathing difficulties when running
Anyone who is a keen runner will know that when out running it can sometimes be difficult to pull in enough oxygen to meet the demands their body is asking. Although this type of breathing difficulty is usually associated with someone who is out of shape, it can indicate a more serious problem if you …
Jun
23
Emphysema – what it is and what causes it
When it comes to Emphysema not everyone is clear as to what it actually is and what causes it. Emphysema is a progressive lung disease that results in shortness of breath which in turn reduces your overall capacity for physical activity. Emphysema is caused by damage that occurs to the small air sacs and small …
Jun
23
What causes shortness of breath
Shortness of breath is a common condition amongst many people. This condition is usually referred to as dyspnoea in the medical world. Accident and emergency departments usually prioritise patients who appear to suffer shortness of breath for the simple reason that it can be a matter of life or death. Shortness of breath can be …
Jun
22
Causes of shortness of breath
Many causes contribute to shortness of breath, the most common being underlying respiratory or heart problems. This article provides a look at shortness of breath. Significance Shortness of breath is also known as dyspnoea and is defined as air hunger, or the sensation of having the urge to breathe caused by a lack of oxygen …
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