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*There are many potential causes of difficulty breathing, ranging from temporary and mild to chronic and serious. Some of the most common causes include: | *There are many potential causes of difficulty breathing, ranging from temporary and mild to chronic and serious. Some of the most common causes include: | ||
*[[Asthma]]: A chronic lung condition characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, which can cause difficulty breathing, coughing, and wheezing. | *[[Asthma]]: A chronic lung condition characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, which can cause difficulty breathing, coughing, and wheezing. | ||
*[[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | *[[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD]]: A group of lung diseases that cause inflammation and obstruction of the airways, making it difficult to breathe. COPD is often caused by long-term exposure to smoke, pollution, or other irritants. | ||
*[[Pneumonia]]: A lung infection that can cause inflammation and fluid buildup in the lungs, leading to difficulty breathing. | *[[Pneumonia]]: A lung infection that can cause inflammation and fluid buildup in the lungs, leading to difficulty breathing. | ||
*[[Heart disease]]: Heart conditions such as heart failure or a heart attack can lead to fluid buildup in the lungs or decreased blood flow, both of which can cause difficulty breathing. | *[[Heart disease]]: Heart conditions such as heart failure or a heart attack can lead to fluid buildup in the lungs or decreased blood flow, both of which can cause difficulty breathing. | ||
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==Symptoms of Difficulty Breathing== | ==Symptoms of Difficulty Breathing== | ||
*The symptoms of difficulty breathing can vary depending on the underlying cause, but may include: | *The symptoms of difficulty breathing can vary depending on the underlying cause, but may include: | ||
*[[Shortness of breath or feeling of being unable to catch one's breath | *[[Shortness of breath]] or feeling of being unable to catch one's breath | ||
*[[Rapid or shallow breathing]] | *[[Rapid or shallow breathing]] | ||
*[[Tightness or pressure in the chest]] | *[[Tightness or pressure in the chest]] | ||
