shortness of breath

noun phrase

: difficulty breathing

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The symptoms and severity vary widely, from fatigue and shortness of breath, to debilitating conditions such as organ failure. Dan Horn, The Enquirer, 24 Nov. 2024 With heart attacks, for example, the most common symptom is chest pain for men and women—but women may be more likely to experience other symptoms, such as shortness of breath, nausea or vomiting, or jaw pain. Stacey Colino, TIME, 1 Nov. 2024 However, medical evaluation is necessary if the heart rate consistently falls below 60 bpm and is accompanied by symptoms like dizziness, shortness of breath, fainting, or chest pain. Julie Scott, Msn, Anp-Bc, Aocnp, Verywell Health, 23 Oct. 2024 This will cause the muscle to weaken and increase the risk of heart failure, which makes everyday activities harder because of fatigue or shortness of breath. Alexandria Nyembwe, Phd, Rn, Health, 6 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for shortness of breath 

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“Shortness of breath.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shortness%20of%20breath. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

shortness of breath

noun
: difficulty in drawing sufficient breath : labored breathing
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