10 Causes of Low Blood Pressure
Cause #5: Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath or dyspnea refers to the feeling where one is unable to breathe properly due to discomfort such as chest tightness, increased effort or work to breathe, and air hunger. It can be seen in cases such as cardiac ischemia, asthma, pneumonia, interstitial lung disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart failure, anxiety, panic disorder, and more.
As the body tries to compensate for the low blood pressure, breathlessness can occur. Treatment for dyspnea depends on the underlying cause.
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