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The researchers observed tha the presence of stress shifted the interpretation of women's chest pain, shortness of breath and irregular heart rate so that these were thought to have a psychogenic origin. By contrast, men's symptoms were perceived as organic whether or not stressors were present. (India Times, India)
Noxious Gas Stove Emissions Worsen Asthma Symptoms In Young Children Oct 15, 2008
Specifically, the researchers compared the frequency and intensity of coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and chest tightness to NO2 levels inside the inner-city homes of 150 Baltimore City 2- to 6-year-olds. Eighty-three percent of the households had gas stoves, 72 percent were heated by natural gas, and 14 percent used gas stoves for heating in the winter. (Science Daily)
Women's heart ills are often dismissed Oct 14, 2008
When the story said the patient appeared anxious and reported a recent cause of stress, doctors interpreted chest pain, shortness of breath, and irregular heart rates as psychological symptoms rather than heart disease more than twice as often in the woman. In reality, stress is a risk factor that can signal an elevated risk of heart disease in anyone, the researchers said. (Boston Globe)
Education critical for kids with food allergies Oct 14, 2008
Throat tightness, shortness of breath and hives were the main symptoms. Nearly 80 percent had respiratory and other reactions; however, only three-quarters of allergic children and less than half of the allergic adults had seen a doctor about the problem. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Study reveals that signs of heart disease are attributed to stress more frequently in women than men Oct 13, 2008
Results also showed that the presence of stress shifted the interpretation of women's chest pain, shortness of breath and irregular heart rate so that these were thought to have a psychogenic origin ... Dr. Chiaramonte stated, "For women, the presence of stress or anxiety drives the interpretation of accompanying symptoms so that symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath undergo a 'meaning shift' when presented in the context of stress or anxiety and they are perceived as a... (EurekAlert!)
Fire Coral Stings In Scuba Diving Oct 12, 2008
The diver should be monitored for signs of swelling of the tongue, throat or shortness of breath. These are symptoms of an allergic reaction and medical advice should be sought as soon as possible. (Suite101.com)
Implantable Device May Help Manage Congestive Heart Failure Symptoms Oct 12, 2008
Many heart failure patients take a combination of drugs to treat heart failure symptoms such as shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, however they do not address remodeling which is the underlying cause. The goal of the study is to return the ventricle to a normal shape, decrease heart failure symptoms and prevent the heart from further deterioration, said Charles Davidson, MD, principle investigator for the study, chief of the cardiac catheterization lab at the Bluhm Cardiovascular... (Science Daily)
Congestive Heart Failure Oct 10, 2008
There are four stages commonly considered in patients with CHF. The earliest, Class I, is the mildest, in which there are no physical limitations, shortness of breath, fatigue or sleep disturbances ... One is comfortable at rest, but ordinary physical activity results in fatigue, palpitation, or dyspnea (shortness of breath). (Suite101.com)
Stay Away From Market Coverage, Expert Says Oct 10, 2008
It reported that some investors have a racing pulse, shortness of breath or sleepless nights. "It's fear that is unconscious and stimulates a whole lot of psychological responses," , a psychiatrist who is also a professional money manager, told the newspaper. (WNBC.com, NY)
Huskies hold Wolves scoreless for homecoming, win 6-0 Oct 10, 2008
He had two interceptions in the first half for the Huskies but wasn't able to play the second half just because of shortness of breath. Defensively, the Huskies were led by David Lloyd who had 13 tackles (10 solo). (Kalona News, IA)
A Man with Chest Pain, Arthralgias, and a Mediastinal Mass Oct 10, 2008
Two months before admission, pain in the middle and right chest developed, which radiated intermittently to the right arm, increased in intensity with deep inspiration or changes in position, and was accompanied by fatigue and mild shortness of breath; there was no wheezing, cough, or production of sputum. He came to the emergency department of this hospital. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Bogus 'Jobs heart attack' story hits Apple and citizen journalism ... Oct 8, 2008
I have an insider who tells me that paramedics were called after Steve claimed to be suffering from severe chest pains and shortness of breath. My source has opted to remain anonymous, but he is quite reliable. (iTWire)
Jobs heart attack post highlights citizen journalism perils Oct 8, 2008
The report prompted a temporary 10 percent tumble in the company's stock price before Apple moved quickly the quash the report that Jobs had been hospitalized for chest pains and shortness of breath. Though CNN quickly yanked the report from the Web, the citizen journalist posting the phony report to the CNN site that allows any Internet user to report news had already done the damage. (ARNnet)
SEC investigates Steve Jobs heart attack news post Oct 7, 2008
"I have an insider who tells me that paramedics were called after Steve claimed to be suffering from severe chest pains and shortness of breath," the poster wrote. The stock reacted almost immediately and sent the stock down about 10%, from $106. (TG Daily)
SEC Probes Posting About Steve Jobs Heart Attack Oct 7, 2008
The report said "Steve Jobs was rushed to the ER just a few hours ago after suffering a major heart attack. I have an insider who tells me that paramedics were called after Steve claimed to be suffering from severe chest pains and shortness of breath. My source has opted to remain anonymous, but he is quite reliable. I haven't seen anything about this anywhere else yet, and as of right now, I have no further information, so I thought this would be a good place to start. If anyone else has more... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
A bad situation Oct 7, 2008
Of course, my general health was bad shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, very tired and very down. Under Initiative 1000 I would have felt justified in asking for the overdose of barbiturates to kill myself. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Spiriva Safe, Effective for COPD Patients Oct 7, 2008
Exacerbations associated with COPD include worsening symptoms such as shortness of breath ... "What limits patients, and what patients complain about, is the shortness of breath and the associated detriments to the quality of life," Make said. (MEDLINEplus)
As temperatures dip, Hantavirus threat rises in buildings (15) Oct 6, 2008
The Hantavirus affects the respiratory system, and later symptoms can include coughing and shortness of breath. Since 1993, physicians and medical workers have reported 13 cases of Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome in South Dakota. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Caffeine and Pregnancy Oct 6, 2008
A pregnant woman who is anemic may experience extreme fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath as well as other symptoms. Drinking one cup of coffee or coffee drink or having one can of caffeinated soda day is not necessarily harmful during pregnancy; ingesting too many caffeinated products can be. (Suite101.com)
Prior charge didn't stick Oct 6, 2008 FDA Orders Stronger Warnings For 4 Arthritis Drugs Oct 4, 2008 Southern Hospitals Ranked Worst for Seriously Sick Oct 3, 2008 Man detained at airport dies Oct 3, 2008 Statistics show heart disease a major problem for women (1) Oct 3, 2008 Parents face homicide charges in son's faith-healing death Oct 3, 2008 Overweight 'higher asthma risk' Oct 3, 2008 Outdoor pools boost child's asthma risk: study Sep 25, 2008 Takeda Submits a New Drug Application in the U.S. for Alogliptin (SYR-322) / ACTOS(R) (pioglitazone HCl) for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Sep 24, 2008 Inhalers tied to heart attacks Sep 24, 2008 Why questions about McCain, Obama health? Eagleton Sep 24, 2008 Preventing Heart Disease In Women Sep 24, 2008 Palliative Care in Heart Failure Patients: The Time and Place Sep 23, 2008 Clean air initiative in Carlisle Sep 23, 2008 How Soccer Works by Keltie Thomas Sep 23, 2008 * Gripped by a frenzy, dancing to the death: a history of hysteria Sep 23, 2008 Is It Heartburn or a Heart Attack? Sep 22, 2008 Veterans praise VA's clinic Sep 21, 2008 Paracetamol and asthma Sep 21, 2008 Monitoring exhaled nitric oxide does not help manage asthma Sep 20, 2008 Schools OK reduced budget Sep 20, 2008 After his own heart: Resident receives experimental therapy Sep 19, 2008 Only On 3: Air Show Crash Report Sep 19, 2008 Back to School Asthma Management Sep 19, 2008 How to Improve Your Home's Indoor Air Quality Sep 16, 2008 Group urges valley fever, mining study Sep 16, 2008 Beware that leg pain, surgeon general warns Sep 16, 2008 Mesothelioma and Asbestos Sep 13, 2008 Too Few People Know Symptoms of Heart Trouble Sep 13, 2008 St. Jude gets OK on cardiac device Sep 12, 2008 Health care professionals look to close disparities gap Sep 11, 2008 Music Therapy Improves Well-Being of Very Ill Patients Sep 11, 2008 Health Consequences of 9/11 Continue Sep 11, 2008 Nurse Accused of Killing Terminally Ill Patient Sep 10, 2008 6-month-old awaits heart transplant Sep 9, 2008 Sweating, Crying May Help Prevent Exercise-Induced Asthma In Athletes Sep 9, 2008 More Sweat Equals Lower Risk of Exercise-Induced Asthma Sep 9, 2008 Heart Patients Benefit From Staying Active Sep 9, 2008 Eight First Aid Fallacies Sep 9, 2008 City robberies: 3 in 13 hours Sep 7, 2008 Why Men Die Sooner Sep 6, 2008 No Fire in the Hole!: Firefighters Use Flame-Retardant Grenades Sep 6, 2008 Defibrillator, quick acting nurse credited with saving Willis student's life Sep 6, 2008 Arthritis Meds May Lead To Fungal Infections Sep 6, 2008 FDA Demands Tougher Warnings on Immunosuppressive Drugs Sep 6, 2008 Stronger warnings issued for 4 arthritis drugs Sep 5, 2008 PAPAS: When life seems to be too much Sep 5, 2008 Overweight 'higher asthma risk' Sep 5, 2008 Anthrax outbreak may pose risks for bowhunters this season Sep 4, 2008 Wife of hantavirus victim shares story Sep 4, 2008 September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month Sep 4, 2008 Administrator gets house arrest in Medi-Cal fraud case Sep 3, 2008 Skidmore student charged with assaulting Spa cop Sep 3, 2008 Study ties child abuse to asthma Sep 2, 2008 St. Paul march protests Iraq war Sep 2, 2008 Medical opinion: Treating symptoms can improve quality of life Sep 1, 2008 New Beta-blocker To Offer Hope To Heart And Lung Sufferers Aug 29, 2008 Schoolgirl dies two weeks after parents not told of school doctor ... Aug 29, 2008 "Will the mile-high altitudes of Denver make Obama supporters even crazier than usual?"Does Altitude Sickness Feed Obama Fever?By Chris Wilson Aug 27, 2008 Research examines variations of rare lung disease Aug 27, 2008 Grotz: Eagles should have taken Packers' call Aug 26, 2008 This is only a test: 6 exams explained Aug 25, 2008 Mientkiewicz rejoins Bucs in Milwaukee Aug 23, 2008 Jose Lambiet's Page Two Aug 22, 2008 Evergreen residents blame mold for health woes Aug 20, 2008
The woman complained of chest pain and shortness of breath. Police said Greene had choked her "severely with his hands ... causing her to gasp for breath," according to arrest warrants. (News & Observer)
Where You Live Matters When You're Seriously Ill: Three U.S. States Earn 'A' Grade, Three An 'F' Oct 5, 2008
"Without palliative care, people with serious illnesses like cancer often suffer unnecessarily from severe fatigue, pain, shortness of breath, nausea and other symptoms from their disease and treatments.". The study suggests that in states with more palliative care programs, patients are less likely to die in the hospital; don't have to go to the intensive care unit as much in the last six months of life; and spend fewer days in intensive care or the coronary unit in the last six months. (Science Daily)
Patients should call their doctors if they develop persistent fever, cough, shortness of breath or fatigue, which can be signs of the fungal infection. And the FDA is also urging doctors to consider aggressive use of antifungal drugs in patients who develop such symptoms, even if the infection has not been confirmed by a laboratory test. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
"Without palliative care, people with serious illnesses like cancer often suffer unnecessarily from severe fatigue, , shortness of breath, nausea and other symptoms from their disease and treatments.". Meier won a MacArthur "genius" grant last month for her work in developing the field of palliative care. (Fox News)
72-year-old visitor from China had complained of shortness of breath ... At about noon, Ye complained of shortness of breath and collapsed. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Signs that you may be suffering from heart failure include: shortness of breath, swelling of feet, legs and ankles, and extreme fatigue ... Arrhythmias associated with dizziness, faintness and shortness of breath require immediate attention from your doctor. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Beagley had started complaining about stomach aches and shortness of breath the week before he died and the family told police he did not want medical attention. He eventually died in his home, surrounded by family members. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
These reactions cause the airways to become narrower and irritated, which leads to the symptoms of asthma - such as wheezing, shortness of breath and a tight chest. More than 5m people in the UK are currently being treated for asthma. (Yahoo News -- Allergies and Asthma)
Symptoms include wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing and chest tightness. Bernard and colleagues showed that outdoor pools are just as or more risky than indoor ones because harmful vapors remain at the pool surface and do not drift away. (Yahoo News)
Talk to your doctor immediately if you experience rapid weight gain, fluid retention, or shortness of breath. Do not take ACTOS if you have active liver disease. (PR Newswire)
Symptoms include persistent coughing and severe shortness of breath; smoking is a leading cause. Patients describe COPD breathing problems as feeling like they're "living the entire day under water, unable to come to the surface," said Dr. Aaron Milstone of Vanderbilt University medical school. (MSNBC -- Health)
Scheiner's letter indicated Obama was in "excellent health.''The one issue noted in the letter was Obama's effort over the years to quit smoking, a habit he began more than 20 years ago. Scheiner, who did not speak to reporters, wrote Obama is ''using Nicorette gum with success.'' The letter did not specify how much Obama, who quit smoking in 2007, had smoked on a daily basis. (McCain smoked for 25 years, quitting in 1980.)Releasing detailed medical records has become the norm for presidential... (Anchorage Daily News)
Symptoms in women can include shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, , nausea, pain between the shoulder blades, and recurring chest discomfort. Heart disease kills thousands of women each year in the US alone. (Suite101.com)
" Palliative care differs from hospice care in that it is not only for the terminally ill, but also part of routine care for patients. Goodlin focused on defining palliative care as a way to re-frame the concept of hope for those with heart failure, in communicating with patients regarding their personal hopes for care, and setting goals and a plan that incorporates both the best possible hopes for the patient, while also helping patients and families plan for the future as the disease... (Canada Newswire)
Exposure can cause short-term health effects such as eye, nose, throat and lung irritation, as well as coughing, sneezing, runny nose and shortness of breath. Long-term effects can cause asthma, chronic bronchitis, reduced lung function and increase mortality from lung cancer and heart disease. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Players coming into a field may experience shortness of breath due to high altitudes and rain can make the field a slippery, dangerous place. Uniforms - There s science involved in the uniforms players where on the field. (Suite101.com)
By midday, 141 pupils were experiencing dizziness, nausea, spasms and shortness of breath. Ambulances took 85 children to hospital. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Shortness of breath and recurring discomfort in her chest may be a problem, as well as weakness in her arms. Many women also reported feeling very anxious, as though something bad was going to happen. (Suite101.com)
It was during his annual checkup at the VA s Mason City Community Based Outpatient Clinic that the Korean War veteran told a doctor he was having occasional shortness of breath ... There was no real warning, just a little shortness of breath, Barth said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Cases were aged between 20 and 45 years and had both a self-reported diagnosis of asthma and either wheezing, or shortness of breath, or waking at night with breathlessness in the previous 12 months. The control group consisted of healthy volunteers with no diagnosis of asthma and no asthmatic symptoms in the previous 12 months. (NHS Choices)
The causes of asthma are still unknown, but allergens, air pollution and infections can provoke its symptoms, which include wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and coughing. Asthma symptoms occur when the tissues of the lungs become inflamed and the muscles in the airways contract, making breathing difficult. (EurekAlert!)
Board member Talvin Barner had to leave the meeting by ambulance because he was experiencing shortness of breath. His condition was not available Thursday night. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
The leakage can cause shortness of breath and fatigue, and in severe cases, arrhythmia, heart failure and stroke. The condition can sometimes be brought on by an enlarged heart. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
The investigation shows Wildbergh for years was under the care of a cardiologist for chest pain and shortness of breath, including one instance that happened during a 2005 air show, investigators wrote. Wildbergh's own doctors encouraged him at least twice to stop flying, according to the nine-page document. (WTKR.com, VA)
-Start Treatment as soon as you see your child suffering from a shortness of breath or wheezing, try a second treatment, but if that doesn't work call your pediatrician. -Know your child's triggers (are they seasonal allergies, dust, pollution. (W-USA News, DC)
Health Effects include eye, nose and throat irritation, shortness of breath, dizziness, lethargy, fever and digestive problems. Can cause asthma, humidifier fever, influenza and other infectious diseases. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath and fatigue. Symptoms typically last an average of six months, but in some instances the disease can be fatal. (AZCentral -- News)
Symptoms include swelling; pain, especially in the calf; or a warm spot or red or discolored skin on the leg; shortness of breath or pain when breathing deeply. Health Library. (CNN -- Health)
Early signs include shortness of breath and chest pain, as fluid begins to fill up in the chest cavity. To be truly diagnosed, a biopsy must be performed and examined by a doctor who also knows the patient s medical history and rules out other diagnoses. (Suite101.com)
And that lack of knowledge could cost you your life. By Serena GordonHealthDay Reporter. (Health-Finder)
Some symptoms St. Jude cited include a sudden loss of consciousness called syncope, palpitations and shortness of breath. The company added that about 1 million people in the U.S. suffer from syncope, and the disorder is responsible for about 3 percent of all emergency room visits and up to 6 percent of all hospitalizations. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Most men present with the classic symptoms of a heart attack a crushing feeling in the chest, pain shooting down the left side of the body, shortness of breath. While some women have those symptoms, many women have more mild, less noticeable symptoms such as nausea, fatigue or even back pain. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
"But this particular study clearly shows that it helps improve mood while decreasing pain, anxiety, depression and even shortness of breath among seriously ill patients." ... The results indicated that in addition to marked benefits in patient anxiety, mood, pain and shortness of breath, more than 80 percent of the patients said their mood had improved following music therapy. (MEDLINEplus)
Many New Yorkers are suffering from wheezing, shortness of breath, stomach and other medical or emotional problems related to their 9/11 exposure and its aftermath, Alan Aviles, who heads the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation, told Environmental News Service. Yet too many dont connect their continuing health problems to 9/11 or believe that help is only available to WTC rescue and recovery workers. (Newsmax)
Late that evening, Flamenbaum complained of shortness of breath and other symptoms, and paramedics were called to take him back to the hospital. En route there, he stopped breathing. (Fox News)
While in most people the condition does not cause any problems, in some, the defect can result in shortness of breath and problems in the heart's electrical system resulting in life-threatening arrhythmias and sudden cardiac arrest. In an effort to minimize the effects of the condition, Daxx underwent heart surgery in early July during which some of the muscle at the bottom of the heart was removed. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Otherwise healthy individuals who experience asthma symptoms, such as chest tightness, unusual shortness of breath, or extreme fatigue during exercise, should consult with their physician. This research is published in the September issue of Chest, the peer-reviewed journal of the American College of Chest Physicians. (Science Daily)
Symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Lockette analyzed the secretion rates of the athletes' sweat, saliva and tears. (Health-Finder)
People with heart disease frequently limit their physical activity due to shortness of breath, chronic fatigue, circulation problems in the legs, or other symptoms of the disease. However, men and women with coronary heart disease should "do whatever they can to avoid being sedentary," Dr. Anil Nigam told Reuters Health. (MEDLINEplus)
Important Note: Other times you should immediately call 911 instead of trying to transport someone to the ER are cases of chest pain, profuse and uncontrollable bleeding, shortness of breath, and confusion. 2008 Newsmax. (Newsmax)
The victim was treated at Capital Health System-Fuld Campus hospital for dizziness and shortness of breath and then released, police said. Seven hours before that incident, a gunman preyed on two teens who stepped out of a bus on Hamilton Avenue, police said. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Have you experienced fainting episodes, loss of consciousness, or shortness of breath. "We downplay this tremendously," Legato says. (CBS News)
Of course, , used in the production of soap and glass, must be handled carefully; it can be dangerous if inhaled (by irritating the respiratory tract and causing coughing and shortness of breath) or swallowed, potentially damaging the gastrointestinal tract and causing nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The odorless chemical can also severely irritate the eyes or skin if it comes in contact with either. (Scientific American)
after complaining of shortness of breath. Someone quickly performed CPR while a school nurse grabbed the school's defibrillator. (KHOU.com, TX)
Patients should call their doctors if they develop persistent fever, cough, shortness of breath or fatigue, which can be signs of the fungal infection. And the FDA is also urging doctors to consider aggressive use of antifungal drugs in patients who develop such symptoms, even if the infection has not been confirmed by a laboratory test. (Click2Houston, TX)
Doctors and patients should be on the lookout for persistent fever, cough, shortness of breath and fatigue. Any patients experiencing these symptoms, especially if they live or have traveled to areas where the fungus is endemic, should seek medical attention immediately. (MEDLINEplus)
Patients should stop taking their medication and call the doctor if they develop persistent fever, cough, shortness of breath and fatigue. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
Panic attacks, such as a sudden feeling of intense anxiety in addition to a racing heart, shortness of breath, swearing, and/or trembling. Difficulty sleeping or staying asleep. (Framingham TAB, MA)
These reactions cause the airways to become narrower and irritated, which leads to the symptoms of asthma - such as wheezing, shortness of breath and a tight chest. More than 5m people in the UK are currently being treated for asthma. (Yahoo News -- Allergies and Asthma)
Later symptoms include cough, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, tiredness and muscle aches. According to DPHHS, symptoms can appear from within a few hours up to seven days or, for inhalation anthrax, it can take up to 42 days for them to appear. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
The disease progresses into severe respiratory problems for up to 10 days after the initial phase of the illness and can lead to shortness of breath and coughing as the lungs fill with fluid. Kruger said the best thing people can do to protect themselves is to mouse-proof their homes and outbuildings. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Other symptoms may include unexplained weight loss or gain, shortness of breath, low back pain, constipation or diarrhea, nausea, abnormal vaginal bleeding, indigestion or gas, and abnormal vaginal bleeding. "The symptoms are so common with other gastrointestinal symptoms, that it is really hard to detect. All women are at risk for ovarian cancer, of any age," McMullan said. (Boone Today, IA)
In one case in 2004, prosecutors said, Balyasny listed a patient as having senile dementia, chronic headaches, shortness of breath, chest pains and had to be supervised when walking, when none of those things were true. Medi-Cal investigators interviewed the man and reviewed his files and found that "In fact, the patient, who had been a medic during World War II, frequently takes nature walks on his own for leisure activity," investigators said. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
The officer was taken to Saratoga Hospital, where he was treated for the injured ribs, shortness of breath and pain, court records say. Braim and another officer went to the Union Avenue house to investigate a noise complaint from a neighbor, Chief Ed Moore said. (Albany Times Union)
And the Boston researchers said they believe that the extreme strain caused by abuse - and the hormonal changes that result - may predispose children to worse bouts of the disease, which ignites chest-rattling coughs and chronic shortness of breath. It is believed to be the first time researchers have established a possible link between child abuse and asthma. (Boston Globe)
Fred Biebel, an 83-year-old member of the delegation and former state party chairman, was treated for shortness of breath, Healy said. Dwayne Baird, a spokesman for the police agencies patrolling the route, said the crowd was no more than 8,000. (USA Today)
Are you having a lot of pain, or shortness of breath ... No matter what you decide to do, remember that many symptoms can be treated, including pain, shortness of breath, nausea, constipation, and many others. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Leading the research, Dr Jill Baker from the School of Biomedical Sciences said: Once developed, this molecule will cause much less wheezing and shortness of breath and should be able to be given safely to the hundreds of thousands of patients with both heart and lung diseases. Furthermore, because it will have so few side effects, it has the potential to become the beta-blocker of choice for all heart patients. (Science Daily)
Kasia, 17, developed palpitations and shortness of breath during a class at Byron Sixth Form College, in Peterlee, Co Durham, on Dec 14 2005. Staff took her to see a GP who diagnosed her with stress and she told them not to tell her parents because she did not want to worry them. (Telegraph.co.uk)
"[M]any conventioneers are likely to notice a shortness of breath," the Denver Post. "A few may suffer, for reasons researchers still don't quite understand, throbbing headaches. A fraction might get hit with what can feel like a no-booze hangoverheadaches along with nausea and lethargy." (Others warn that the some-booze hangover is even worse; supposedly, rarefied air does a real number on ones alcohol tolerance. (Slate)
"We plan to evaluate a group of women with LAM who are experiencing shortness of breath for the presence of pulmonary hypertension," she says. "We will look at participant's medical history, pulmonary function tests, exercise tolerance, echocardiogram results and previous biopsy samples. "We are hopeful this information will increase our understanding of how LAM can manifest in the patients it affects. (EurekAlert!)
" McNabb would have been just the guy to give the Eagles a pretty good scouting report on Brett Favre, who was available earlier in the month and comes to town Thursday with the New York Jets. Just a guess, but I'll bet there was dead silence on the Eagles' end of the line when the Green Bay Packers shopped Favre around the league. The Eagles conceded they were one of the teams that got a call; Favre always has had a close relationship with Reid, who coached him late in his tour as a Packers... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
STRESS ECHOCARDIOGRAMYou need it if: You've been experiencing chest pains or shortness of breath, or you're over age 50, sedentary, and have diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. How it works: In his office, your cardiologist first screens your heart with an ultrasound machine to measure how well it works at rest. (MSNBC -- Health)
Jodi, 41, first noticed a problem while in Montana, but attributed her chest pains and shortness of breath to the high altitudes there. When she returned to Pittsburgh, she still didn't feel right, prompting a visit with a cardiologist last Friday. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
" THE LOWDOWN ... ... Health scare for high-profile Palm Beach socialite Mia Matthews, who's summering with her family on Nantucket. I'm told the lady was airlifted to Massachusetts General Hospital on Aug. 8 after she suffered chest pains, shortness of breath and fever. Stress from the big Natalie Cole-Jim Belushi shows to promote her clan's new Point Breeze hotel? Nope. A mysterious airborne virus that still hasn't been identified. Matthews is doing much better, though. "I'm totally back to... (The Palm Beach Post)
In these people, common reactions are nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, wheezing, skin irritation, fever, shortness of breath, and even mold infections in the lungs. Tacita Wimsatt said her 13-year-old son started having respiratory troubles about a year after moving to Evergreen Square. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
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