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1 lis 2022 · You may find yourself short of breath at night for several reasons. The primary causes are conditions affecting the lungs or the heart. It can also happen from asthma, allergies,...
6 lip 2023 · Cardiovascular and respiratory diseases are common causes of shortness of breath. In addition, many medicines such as sulfa drugs, heart medicines, and other drugs can cause you to develop symptoms such as shortness of breath. This also includes drug reactions to “street drugs.”
25 sty 2024 · Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND) causes sudden shortness of breath during sleep. As a result, you wake up gasping for air. It tends to occur within a few hours after you’ve fallen asleep.
8 lis 2023 · The most common side effects of sleep medications include drowsiness, difficulty with movement, and impaired focus the next day. Consult a doctor right away if you develop severe side effects, like sleepwalking, allergic reactions, or dependence on the medication.
26 sie 2024 · Common Causes of Shortness of Breath at Night. Several underlying conditions can contribute to nighttime shortness of breath, each with its unique characteristics and implications for sleep quality. One of the most prevalent causes is sleep apnea, a disorder characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep.
22 gru 2023 · If shortness of breath happens regularly and suddenly during sleep, it could be paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea, a symptom associated with underlying health conditions like heart failure or chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD).
7 mar 2024 · Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea, or PND, is a symptom of heart failure. It is characterized by being awakened during sleep with severe shortness of breath (dyspnea), gasping for air, coughing, and feeling the need to sit up, stand up, and/or open a window for air—all of which may help improve breathing after a few minutes.