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6. Heart Attack or Heart Failure

Many people who suffer a heart attack will feel the acute onset of shortness of breath. This is because a heart attack occurs when the flow of blood to the heart is blocked. This disrupts the flow of blood to the lungs as a result and makes breathing incredibly difficult. Congestive heart failure also disrupts the flow of blood which can also result in shortness of breath although in the case of heart failure it is usually more of a chronic issue. Both issues should be taken seriously, and immediate health care is recommended.

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