Strategies for Overcoming Breathlessness

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During breathlessness the person experiences difficulty in breathing and inability to take a complete breath.

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Symptoms

– chest tightness – wheezing – bluish discoloration of fingernail – excessive sweating – rapid breathing – panting – feeling tired or fatigued. – anxiety and panic – gasping for breath

How to manage the breathlessness at home?

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Sitting upright

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Pursed lip breathing

Slow and deep breathing

Slow and deep breathing

Sitting at Fowler's position elevating the head of the bed to an angle between 30 and 45 degree.

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Avoiding triggers, such as pollution, pollen, cold, dust, cigarette smoke, etc.

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Seek medical attention

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