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Members widely shared experiences of unexpected shortness of breath from simple activities like tying shoes, showering, or walking between... Read more
Maybe this will help answer some of your concerns. http://www.fibromyalgia-symptoms.org/fibromyalg...
I do, sometimes just from tying shoes, bending over, suddenly moving...I just blamed it on this extra weight I've put on!!!! But I was wondering if it could be the fibro. Other times, I can do my cardio and no problem. ?????
Yes definitely!! I am at the doctor right now doing a stress test (which monitors the heart while you walk on a treadmill). The cardiologist was very doubtful though that there is a hear problem. He said my shortness of breath is just my perception. I disagree. My osteopath said its because chest muscles are tight. He said work on posture, shoulders down, chest out, and do chest opening exercises. I also try to do rhythmic breathing (in for 4, out for 7- I learned this as a mindfulness technique) and just focus on making sure I am breathing enough as I walk
The lungs ate effected by muscle weakness. Before doing anything strenuous to you specific pain or weakness of the moment try taking a couple deep breaths. In for count of ten out for count of ten say for 3-5 breaths. Breath normal in between as to not get lightheaded. Then walk a bit brisk around the room for a moment to wake up those muscles. Helps me. Gentle hugs
Yup I do quite often! Randomly happens when doing something so small and if I get up too fast etc. Also when I'm really stressed out I find it gets worse and I have to stop what I'm doing and take a few deep breaths to get back on track otherwise I get dizzy