What causes shortness of breath in children?

Shortness of breath is a common symptom among many people. For example, many children may suffer from shortness of breath because they live in a closed environment with scarce air. Of course, some heart, lung and chest diseases can also cause shortness of breath. This type of shortness of breath is called pathological shortness of breath and requires timely treatment. Of course, not only children, but many people will experience shortness of breath due to the following reasons.

1. Chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by negative emotions

If the patient has a tendency to depression and is often in an anxious mood, the patient may experience chest tightness, shortness of breath, or even chest pain. When such patients go to the hospital for examination, they will find that there is no organic lesion. Therefore, for chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by this reason, psychological treatment should be carried out in time to relieve the symptoms.

2. Chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by coronary heart disease

People with coronary heart disease may experience angina pectoris when engaging in strenuous exercise, such as climbing stairs or running. At this time, they will not only experience symptoms of chest tightness and shortness of breath, but also a feeling of chest cramping. This cramping will last for a few minutes. In this case, it is necessary to use Danshen Drops, nitroglycerin and other drugs in time to relieve the symptoms.

3. Chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by chest wall pain

Some people experience chest wall pain when they cough, take a deep breath, or sneeze. They may also feel chest tightness and shortness of breath. At this time, they should go to the hospital to check if there is any heart problem.

4. Chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by gastroesophageal reflux

Some people always overeat. Eating too much may cause gastroesophageal reflux. At this time, there will not only be symptoms of chest tightness and shortness of breath, but also burning and pain in the stomach, and acid in the mouth. However, generally speaking, the symptoms can be relieved by maintaining a correct sitting posture or changing from sitting to standing.

5. Chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by pregnancy

In the early stages of pregnancy, because the increase in progesterone will affect the lungs, you will need to inhale more air at this time, otherwise you will experience symptoms of chest tightness and shortness of breath. In the later stages of pregnancy, due to the growth of the fetus and the enlargement of the uterus, a certain amount of pressure will be placed on the diaphragm, so symptoms of chest tightness and shortness of breath may also appear at this time. If you reduce your activity level and sleep on your left side, you can effectively relieve the symptoms.