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What Causes Shortness Of Breath After Carrying Weights?

I am 68, in good health, I exercise (bike ride, yoga etc.) but get out of breath easily when I carry anything that is a little heavy. I was diagnosed with COPD 8 years ago but quit smoking immediately. Also when I climb stairs I am often out of breath.
Wed, 8 Apr 2015
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Hello! Thank you for asking on HCM! Regarding your concern I would recommend you to perform a pulmonary function test coupled wit ha pulmonologist consultation to define the exact progression of your pulmonary disease. This could help to elucidate further your reduced physical endurance. Hope to have been helpful. Greetings!
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What Causes Shortness Of Breath After Carrying Weights?

Hello! Thank you for asking on HCM! Regarding your concern I would recommend you to perform a pulmonary function test coupled wit ha pulmonologist consultation to define the exact progression of your pulmonary disease. This could help to elucidate further your reduced physical endurance. Hope to have been helpful. Greetings!