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Sepsis, a life-threatening organ dysfunction, is responsible for an estimated 1 in 5 deaths globally and 1 in 3 deaths that ...

Dyspnea is the medical term for difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. It is a symptom of many conditions that affect the respiratory system. Shortness of breath can range from mild and ...

In the PICU, the test is usually performed quickly ... it is probably reassuring if a spontaneously breathing patient has a routinely obtained NIF of at least -30 cm H 2 O, but it is unreliable ...

Many muscles and organs are involved with breathing. If you have difficulty getting enough air, try changing your posture or sleeping position. Breathing exercises may also help. If you breathe ...

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Service members, first responders and law enforcement personnel are among those who rely on a tactical breathing technique to steady their nerves and stay sharp in high-stress situations.

“If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, it is important to see your GP who might decide to refer you for a spirometry (a breathing test used to diagnose COPD),” says Rubach.