For about 3 years, I have had shortness of breath in spring and summer. I wake up at night and can't catch my breath. When I run or move more it is similar - I feel as if I am choking. I did tests - both asthma and cardiological problems were excluded. I'm tired of this stuffiness and I'm worried, what's the matter with me? I'm 15.
The causes of shortness of breath may be different - related to the condition of the circulatory system, respiratory system or it may have a nervous background. If symptoms occur, it is advisable to contact the attending physician again and report the fact that they persist.
A relatively common cause of this type of ailments in young people, if cardiological and bronchial causes are excluded, is the nervous background of ailments. In such cases, mint teas can provide relief, but their use should be consulted with your attending physician.
Remember that our expert's answer is informative and will not replace a visit to the doctor.
Krystyna KnyplInternist, hypertensiologist, editor-in-chief of "Gazeta dla Lekarzy".
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