10 Signs of A Heart Attack In Women
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Heart Attack In Women Sign #4: Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath is known medically as dyspnea. It occurs when an individual must make an extra effort to breathe normally. Some characteristics of dyspnea include discomfort while breathing, tightness in the chest, and air hunger (the feeling that there is not enough oxygen).
While it is normal during activities that require heavy exertion, it is also a symptom seen in asthma, interstitial lung disease, pneumonia, congestive heart failure, heart attack, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, panic disorder, psychogenic causes, and anxiety. Treatment depends on the underlying cause.
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