Dyspnea

(Shortness of breath, Labored breathing, Breathlessness, Air hunger, Difficulty breathing, Gasping, Panting, Wheezing, Tightness in chest, Suffocating feeling)

Dyspnea is a feeling of breathlessness or difficulty breathing. It can range from mild to severe and can be caused by a variety of factors, such as asthma, COPD, heart failure, or anemia. Symptoms of dyspnea may include shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and rapid breathing. Dyspnea can develop gradually over time or suddenly, and can be accompanied by other symptoms such as chest pain, fatigue, and coughing. Treatment for dyspnea depends on the underlying cause.

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155 diseases may cause the symptom dyspnea
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Age: 1 to 100
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Equally Common in Men and Women