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Feeling Of Not Breathing In Enough Air, Taking Deep Breathe Often. History Of Starting To Keep Abdominal Muscles Flexed. Advice

Hello, I dont know how to explain this exactly but lately I always feel like Im not inhaling enough air and every 5-10 seconds I take a very deep breath till I can feel it in my chest so the suffocating feeling goes away for a while but its becoming everyday more of a problem, I belive this is caused because lately I started keeping my abdominal muscles flexed/ tummy sucked in and this interfered with my breathing but I dont really know...Id really like your advice on this, thanks for taking the time to read my problem!
Thu, 1 Aug 2013
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General & Family Physician,  's  Response
This usually occurs due to increased stress and anxiety,destressing and regular exercise will help recover.A Pulmonary function test to rule out any potential bronchospasm will be needed, you can discuss the problem with your PCP who may add medication for anxiety.
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Cardiologist,  Dr. Anantharamakrishnan's  Response
Hi friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic

This description is typical of Anxiety.
Have some basic investigations...
You will benefit from Psychological assessment and assistance.

Take care     
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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Feeling Of Not Breathing In Enough Air, Taking Deep Breathe Often. History Of Starting To Keep Abdominal Muscles Flexed. Advice

This usually occurs due to increased stress and anxiety,destressing and regular exercise will help recover.A Pulmonary function test to rule out any potential bronchospasm will be needed, you can discuss the problem with your PCP who may add medication for anxiety.