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What causes shortness of breath with normal oxygen levels?

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What causes shortness of breath with normal oxygen levels?

With normal oxygen levels one can experience shortness of breathe if they have asthma, heart conditions, anxiety, or certain types of allergies apart from anemia. Consider consulting a doctor.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Why might I have difficult or labored breathing?

The symptoms of anemia comprises of breathlessness, fatigue, brittle nails, chest pain and unexplained paleness of the skin.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Why am I short of breath after eating?

Shortness of breathe (dyspnea) occurs when you are trying too hard to breathe and there is a feeling that you need to breathe deeper and faster due to shortage of oxygen. It is usually experienced if you are living with COPD, asthma or lung disorders. However, if you experience the same post eating then you may have a food allergy, GERD, hiatus hernia or mild to severe respiratory conditions. Consider consulting a pulmonologist if you suffer from frequent breathelessness post meals.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Do any problems arise from controlling the breath?

No, usually there are no problems apart from heavy and deep breathing while controlling breathlessness.

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How does a haemoglobin photometer work?

A hematology analyzer measures hemoglobin via a colorimetric method. It works by a system based on the principle of reflectance photometry. Diluted blood is mixed with reagents containing potassium ferricyanide and potassium cynide.

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Why is it difficult to breathe in high humidity?

Humid air is dense, due to the high water content. This density can increase airway resistance in the body. Due to this one might find breathing difficult especially in humid climate.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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