What is it like to have iron-deficiency anemia?
Low hemoglobin is a symptom of anemia caused specially due to underlying medical conditions and a poor diet.
Last updated on 17 May 2023
Anemia causes shortness of breathe because the oxygen carrying capacity of cells decreases and this results in rapid heartbeats and breathelessness.
Last updated on 11 May 2023
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.
No, usually there are no problems apart from heavy and deep breathing while controlling breathlessness.
Oxygen levels between 95% to 100% is normal when measured by a pulse oximeter. However, still if you are experiencing breathing difficulties then you may be suffering from COPD or any undiagnosed medical condition which is causing shortness of breathe (dyspnea).
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