Breathlessness (Noun)
Meaning
A dyspneic condition.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Wearing a protective mask helped alleviate some symptoms of breathlessness associated with the respiratory disorder.
- Her doctor ordered a series of tests to determine the underlying cause of her chronic breathlessness.
- The patient's breathlessness worsened when lying down, which led his doctor to suspect congestive heart failure.
- Living at high altitude can exacerbate breathlessness in people with pre-existing lung conditions.
- The doctor ordered respiratory therapists to work with the patient to improve her stamina and reduce breathlessness through pulmonary rehabilitation exercises.