What Does Dyspnea Mean?
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Waking at night short of breath; Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea; PND; Difficulty breathing while lying down; Orthopnea Read more »Breathing difficulty
Breathing difficulties involve a sensation of difficult or uncomfortable breathing or a feeling of not getting enough air. See also difficulty breathing - first aid. ... Read more »Breathing difficulty
...cause a person to wake up suddenly during the night, feeling short of breath (paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea). Alternative Names Waking at night short of breath; Paroxysmal... Read more »Breathing difficulty
...breathing, or if someone completely stops breathing. Call your provider if any of the following accompany breathing difficulties: Chest discomfort Shortness of breath after only... Read more »Congestive Heart Failure Patient Guide
...the development of shortness of breath during exertion, rest, at night (called paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea or PND), or upon lying down (called orthopnea). This may be associated with a chronic... Read more »Images
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