Many conditions can make you feel short of breath: Lung conditions such as asthma, emphysema, or pneumonia. Problems with your trachea or bronchi, which are part of your airway system. Heart disease can make you feel breathless if your heart cannot pump enough blood to supply oxygen to your body.
What is the most common cause of difficulty breathing?
According to Dr. Steven Wahls, the most common causes of dyspnea are asthma, heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung disease, pneumonia, and psychogenic problems that are usually linked to anxiety. If shortness of breath starts suddenly, it is called an acute case of dyspnea.
How can I stop breathing problems?
These changes include:
- losing weight, if obesity is the cause of the breathing problems.
- exercising, to improve fitness levels.
- avoiding exercise in hot conditions or at high altitudes.
- quitting smoking or avoiding secondhand smoke.
- avoiding allergens and pollutants.
- sticking to treatment plans for any underlying conditions.
