shortness of breath

noun phrase

: difficulty breathing

Examples of shortness of breath in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Harmful algae blooms can produce toxic substances, which could result in headaches, weakness, shortness of breath, muscle spasms and gastrointestinal illnesses. Nwa Democrat-Gazette, arkansasonline.com, 27 Sep. 2024 The symptoms of ventricular tachycardia are similar to those of AFib and include palpitations, dizziness, shortness of breath, and fainting, but may also include neck tightness, chest pain, and even cardiac arrest. Lori Oliwenstein, TIME, 12 Sep. 2024 While infections do not spread from person-to-person contact, symptoms can include fever, cough, shortness of breath, and other symptoms of pneumonia. Max Hauptman, USA TODAY, 14 Aug. 2024 By the second or third day, additional symptoms can include a cough, shortness of breath, and chest pain, per the Mayo Clinic. Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 14 Aug. 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 11 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

shortness of breath

noun
: difficulty in drawing sufficient breath : labored breathing
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