What activities Affect breathing?
* Exercise. Exercise increases the demand for oxygen by the muscles, which leads to an increase in breathing rate and depth.* Stress. Stress can cause the body to release hormones that increase heart rate and breathing rate.
* Anxiety. Anxiety can also cause the body to release hormones that increase heart rate and breathing rate.
* Pain. Pain can cause the body to release hormones that increase heart rate and breathing rate.
* Certain medical conditions. Some medical conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and heart failure, can cause shortness of breath.
* Smoking. Smoking damages the lungs and can lead to shortness of breath.
* Obesity. Obesity can put a strain on the heart and lungs, which can lead to shortness of breath.
* Sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a condition in which a person stops breathing for short periods of time during sleep. This can lead to daytime sleepiness and shortness of breath.
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