shortness of breath

noun phrase

: difficulty breathing

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Extended exposure to pollutants like ozone or fine particulate matter can lead to coughing, throat irritation and shortness of breath, and . Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025 While some of my physical issues have improved over time and with treatment, others — like tinnitus, constant sinus pain and pressure, shortness of breath, joint pain, migraine headaches, and debilitating fatigue — continue to dictate nearly every aspect of my life. Elizabeth Yuko, Rolling Stone, 15 Mar. 2025 Common symptoms include shortness of breath, a persistent cough, and fatigue. Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025 This reaction may cause shortness of breath, rash, and rapid heartbeat. Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2025 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 24 Apr. 2025.

Medical Definition

shortness of breath

noun
: difficulty in drawing sufficient breath : labored breathing
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