What is Dyspnea (trouble breathing)?
It is defined as breathing that is troubled or labored. In other words, a difficulty in breathing.
Understanding respiratory-related symptoms and features
Symptoms may affect multiple parts of the body. Understanding which part of the body a symptom affects, can help us to better understand the potential underlying causes of a symptom, including a rare disease or genetic syndrome.
The respiratory system is made up of the lungs, airways, and blood vessels. These parts of the system work together to help the body breathe: they control the process of respiration including the inhalation of oxygen and the exhalation of carbon dioxide.
Symptoms affecting the respiratory can not for the most part be seen with the naked eye. Diagnosing a respiratory-related symptom may involve different tests and assessments, both subjective and objective.
Symptoms relating to the respiratory system will affect an individual’s ability to breathe effectively and may require medical intervention.
Dyspnea can be caused by various respiratory conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, or pulmonary embolism. It may also result from heart failure, anxiety, or other systemic conditions affecting the respiratory system.
What should I do next?
In some instances, trouble breathing may be one of the features of a rare disease or genetic syndrome. To find out if someone with Dyspnea, may be due to a genetic syndrome, it is important to have a consultation and evaluation with a clinical genetic specialist. Specialists may also suggest specific genetic testing or other types of tests to help reach a diagnosis. FDNA’s AI technology can help speed up the diagnostic process by analyzing facial features and other health information.