Shortness of breath
• Shortness of breath (breathlessness) is symptom of:
· uncomfortable breathing
· difficulty breathing
· feeling of not getting enough oxygen
• Shortness of breath is a common symptom in adults.
• Shortness of breath is a subjective complaint and can be difficult to measure.
• Shortness of breath can be caused by diseases of the lungs, heart or the chest wall.
• Shortness of breath can be a symptom of:
· anemia
· anxiety disorder
• New shortness of breath or a change in chronic shortness of breath should always be evaluated by your doctor
Posted on September 24, 2008
