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I Have Had PD For 6+ Years. Recently I Have Found Myself Breathless (shallow Breathing). Can Anyone A Suggest A Way To Alleviate This?

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January 4
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Shortness of breath, or dyspnea, can occur in Parkinson's due to medication wearing off, anxiety, or muscle stiffness. Here are some suggestions to alleviate it:

1. Medication Adjustment: Consult your doctor to review your medication dosage or schedule
2. Anxiety Management: Try therapy, behavioral strategies, or Show Full Answer

Shortness of breath, or dyspnea, can occur in Parkinson's due to medication wearing off, anxiety, or muscle stiffness. Here are some suggestions to alleviate it:

1. Medication Adjustment: Consult your doctor to review your medication dosage or schedule.
2. Anxiety Management: Try therapy, behavioral strategies, or anti-anxiety medication.
3. Posture: Sit or sleep more upright to improve lung capacity.
4. Therapies: Pulmonary function tests or breathing exercises may help.

For more details, visit: [5 Potential Respiratory Complications With Parkinson’s Disease](https://www.MyParkinsonsTeam.com/resources/pote...).

January 4

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