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1. www.nhs.uk › conditions › shortness-of-breathShortness of breath - NHS

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   NHS information about shortness of breath, or breathlessness, including when to get medical help and what the cause might be.

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2. www.nhs.uk › conditions › chronic-obstructiveChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) - NHS

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   Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name for a group of lung conditions that cause breathing difficulties. It includes: emphysema – damage to the air sacs in the lungs; chronic bronchitis – long-term inflammation of the airways; COPD is a common condition that mainly affects middle-aged or older adults who smoke.

3. www.england.nhs.uk › long-read › adultNHS England » Adult breathlessness pathway (pre-diagnosis ...

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   Apr 26, 2023 · Breathlessness is a common presenting symptom in primary care with numerous causes. A delayed or inaccurate diagnosis means people don’t get the treatment they need and can end up in hospital unnecessarily. Early and accurate diagnosis is critical to ensure the best outcome for the patient.

4. www.nhs.uk › conditions › asthmaAsthma - NHS

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   Asthma is a common lung condition that causes occasional breathing difficulties. It affects people of all ages and often starts in childhood, although it can also develop for the first time in adults.

5. www.uhs.nhs.uk › Media › UHS-website-2019Breathing pattern disorders - University Hospital Southampton ...

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   Information for patients. What are breathing pattern disorders? Breathing pattern disorders are patterns of overbreathing, where the depth and rate of breath are in excess of the body’s needs. There are two main types of breathing pattern disorder: Hyperventilation/over-breathing.

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7. www.nhsinform.scot › illnesses-and-conditionsShortness of breath - NHS inform

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   May 20, 2024 · Sudden shortness of breath, or breathing difficulty (dyspnoea), is the most common reason for visiting a hospital accident and emergency department.

8. www.england.nhs.uk › ourwork › clinical-policyRespiratory disease - NHS England

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   We aim to: Enable early and accurate diagnosis of respiratory diseases, by supporting the training of staff to deliver tests such as spirometry. Expand pulmonary rehabilitation services across the country so that patients who would benefit complete treatment in a good quality service.

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   What should I consider if I have a breathing pattern disorder?

   • You may also like to consider stress factors in your life and decide whether or not it is possible to change or avoid these triggers. Coordinating breathing and talking is a common problem in breathing pattern disorders where speech interferes with the background rhythm of breathing.

   Breathing pattern disorders - University Hospital Southampton NHS

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   What are breathing pattern disorders?

   • Breathing pattern disorders are patterns of overbreathing, where the depth and rate of breath are in excess of the body’s needs. This occurs during exciting or stressful situations such as before an examination or when you move quickly to get out of danger.

   Breathing pattern disorders - University Hospital Southampton NHS

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   What should I do if I have shortness of breath?

   • Do not try to self-diagnose the cause of shortness of breath – always see a GP. If you know what's causing your shortness of breath, you can get advice about things you and other people can do to help. NHS information about shortness of breath, or breathlessness, including when to get medical help and what the cause might be.

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   Do you have a chronic breathing pattern disorder?

   • You may notice chest and throat tightness, chest pain around the breast bone and breathlessness. Approximately 6-12% of the population experience chronic breathing pattern disorders, but some people are more affected than others. Chronic (long-term) changes in your breathing pattern can be very subtle and may happen over a long period of time.

   Breathing pattern disorders - University Hospital Southampton NHS

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   What is chronic breathlessness presenting in primary care?

   • The focus for this pathway support tool is chronic breathlessness presenting in primary care – for acute and sub-acute breathlessness, also see Scenario: Acute and subacute breathlessness, NICE. Breathlessness is a subjective, distressing sensation of awareness of difficulty in breathing.

   Adult breathlessness pathway (pre-diagnosis): diagnostic pathway

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   Is shortness of breath a sign of a serious problem?

   • You're not wasting anyone's time by getting it checked out. Shortness of breath has lots of different causes. Common causes include: But sometimes shortness of breath could be a sign of something more serious, such as: Any treatment you may need depends on what's causing your symptoms.

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