If you're struggling while you're just sitting, maybe consider calling your OB?
I can't lay on my back, and I get out of breath a lot faster doing any sort of physical activity.. but unless I'm having a hot flash of some sort, I'm ok when I'm sitting on my butt.
I'm a little spacey when I climb stairs. If I end up on my back at night I wake up gasping, which is scary. I don't know of any ways to deal with it so I just try to be concious of it.
Yes, my ob told me it was completely normal. In fact, there is a name for it (which escapes me), but it is normal. Mine usually lasts a couple days and then I'm fine again. Hopefully you are able to catch your breath soon!
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Re: Anyone else with major shortness of breath?
If you're struggling while you're just sitting, maybe consider calling your OB?
I can't lay on my back, and I get out of breath a lot faster doing any sort of physical activity.. but unless I'm having a hot flash of some sort, I'm ok when I'm sitting on my butt.
I am. I'm just sitting at my desk and I'm having trouble getting a full breath in.
I lean back in my chair and concentrate on in-and-out deep breaths.
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If your breath gets short will sitting try standing up for a minute or so, this usually works for me