[MonkHead]

wow! you just described the exact same symptoms that i have been suffering from for the last few months, especially that yawning and the need to take a big deep breath rather frequently- sometimes its really annoying. im 18y old and im in pretty good shape.
i think that it has something to do with my breathing patterns, thinking about it im almost sure thats where the problem lies, because sometimes i notice that im not breathing for a full minute and even more. the wooziness and unfocused filling is probably cause by a lack of regulated oxygen follow. i think the problem started when i began to adapt the habit of holding my breath at parties and pubs...you know, all kinds of smokey places. just like you.
im gonna try paying attention to my breathing patterns and i should start doing some breathing exercises, maybe that will help. you should also probably give it a shot.
CHEERS

 

[Zuerst]

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Originally Posted by MonkHead wow! you just described the exact same symptoms that i have been suffering from for the last few months, especially that yawning and the need to take a big deep breath rather frequently- sometimes its really annoying. im 18y old and im in pretty good shape. i think that it has something to do with my breathing patterns, thinking about it im almost sure thats where the problem lies, because sometimes i notice that im not breathing for a full minute and even more. the wooziness and unfocused filling is probably cause by a lack of regulated oxygen follow. i think the problem started when i began to adapt the habit of holding my breath at parties and pubs...you know, all kinds of smokey places. just like you. im gonna try paying attention to my breathing patterns and i should start doing some breathing exercises, maybe that will help. you should also probably give it a shot. CHEERS

Whoah!!! And I thought I'm the only one. What kind of breathing exercise can I do? Any sites I can look at? Do you feel like that almost all day long? Mostly when you're ideal or try to read/study...etc?

 

[HiWire]

Do you snore when you're asleep? Maybe those Breathe Rite strips on your nose are worth a shot... the ENT specialist probably mentioned them.

Also, maybe it is your bed or sleeping area that is the problem... a new mattress or pillow could be the answer. Sorry if I sound like a salesman... don't want you to spend $$$ unnecessarily in this place

Have you ever tried sleeping or napping in a chair? A vertical position might change your breathing pattern - not that you should do this for 8 hours...

 

[wallijonn]

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Originally Posted by Zuerst ... the back of my nose, mouth and upper throat seems dry and feel like I'm lacking oxygen... Can't really concentrate... not as alert as say 2 years ago.

It could be from evironmental pollution. Is there a lot of pollution where you live? Are you near the oil fields? Or an airport? Have you been eating too much fish which may have too much mercury in it? Is there mold somewhere in your home?

http://www.google.com/search?q=breat...utf-8&oe=utf-8

 

[Zuerst]

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Originally Posted by wallijonn It could be from evironmental pollution. Is there a lot of pollution where you live? Are you near the oil fields? Or an airport? Have you been eating too much fish which may have too much mercury in it? Is there mold somewhere in your home? http://www.google.com/search?q=breat...utf-8&oe=utf-8

I don't think that's the problem... I live 15 min. north of Austin, TX and the air quality not bad... I like fish, but I don't eat too much, and this have been going one for the past 12 or more months...

 

[some1x]

Just to substantiate my statement about Tai Chi. I've also had some breathing problems where at random times during the day, for about 15 minutes at a time, I need to really take deep breaths.

I'm sure there are many other good cures, but Tai Chi worked well for me. Its also a good excercise during breaks from studying.

 

[Edwood]

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Originally Posted by wallijonn It could be from evironmental pollution. Is there a lot of pollution where you live? Are you near the oil fields? Or an airport? Have you been eating too much fish which may have too much mercury in it? Is there mold somewhere in your home? http://www.google.com/search?q=breat...utf-8&oe=utf-8

That was my next guess.

Do you get any sudden or persistent headaches when you are in your room?

Any moments of nausea?

Do you feel better when you are away from home during the day?

Blood test is definitely the first thing you need. After analyzing your blood chemistry, you'll have more answers. (hopefully)

-Ed

 

[MuZI]

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Originally Posted by MonkHead wow! you just described the exact same symptoms that i have been suffering from for the last few months, especially that yawning and the need to take a big deep breath rather frequently- sometimes its really annoying. im 18y old and im in pretty good shape. i think that it has something to do with my breathing patterns, thinking about it im almost sure thats where the problem lies, because sometimes i notice that im not breathing for a full minute and even more. the wooziness and unfocused filling is probably cause by a lack of regulated oxygen follow. i think the problem started when i began to adapt the habit of holding my breath at parties and pubs...you know, all kinds of smokey places. just like you. im gonna try paying attention to my breathing patterns and i should start doing some breathing exercises, maybe that will help. you should also probably give it a shot. CHEERS

Same here, my breathing sometimes become VERY slow and that makes me tired, then about 45 mins later i notice and breathe normal and energy somewhat comesback, i play soccer, football or volleyball every day. My height is 6` 1`` and i weight around...i`m into weight lifting and i can bench 290. I don`t wana sound full of myself but i don`t think i`m out of shape at all.

Lately my memory has also altered alitte, i cannot remmber something i try to memo in my brain.

 

[gaijin]

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Originally Posted by Zuerst I went and saw my family doc a few times and took some blood tests and everything was fine. I also went to a nose, throat...etc doctor and had some balance, hearing test and even took a CAT scan and everything was fine... But I have recently thought of paid more attention to this hazy minded breathless thing. Could smoking marijuana ONCE (in great amount) in my life well over 12 months ago have this effect? What the **** was I thinking then anyways...

Smoking marijuana can only do you good, given all the anxiety you display. By all means, smoke some more...

 

[MuZI]

Could it have something to do with the hott weather? I live in AZ...

 

[stargirlga]

When you see your Dr. get your adrenal glands checked for levels of their hormones. Adrenal problems can prompt a lot of other symptoms. Worth a check.

 

[Big D]

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Originally Posted by stargirlga When you see your Dr. get your adrenal glands checked for levels of their hormones. Adrenal problems can prompt a lot of other symptoms. Worth a check.

Which hormone levels would you check from the history given?

 

[MonkHead]

well it could be a hormonal problem but i doubt it given my (and his)symptoms are somewhat limited to the exhausteness(sp?!) and the breathing issue.
i tried forcing a constant breathing pattern for a few hours now, and although it pretty annoying i think its starting to help. i might even add a couple of yogic breathing exercises in the next few days.
CHEERS

 

[stargirlga]

I meant the adrenal hormones cortisol and DHEA. Adrenal problems can cause other issues. Just a thought, I've been reading about it recently...

 

[Big D]

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Originally Posted by stargirlga I meant the adrenal hormones cortisol and DHEA. Adrenal problems can cause other issues. Just a thought, I've been reading about it recently...

DHEA is a steroid hormone, related to sex hormones so no link to breathlessness. There is absolutely no evidence from the history that cortisol level would be outside the normal range given his activity level and normal weight. Cortisol level is so variable throughtout the day and from patient to patient that it isn't worth testing unless you do a synacthen test. In this test the patient receives an injection of synthetic ACTH which is a hormone normally produced by the pituitary gland. Its normal function is to stimulate secretion of cortisol from the adrenal gland. Cortisol level is taken just before the synacthen is given and then at regular intervals. If the adrenal is producing cortisol normally the level should rise a percentage of the original value - I forget how much without looking it up again.

In medicine a history and examination is undertaken. This is then used to guide the investigations requested. I know in America that a lot of unnecessary investigations are requested, probably because of the private health care system and ligitation. In the UK working in the NHS where resources are limited and even a semi-urgent CT scan might take 3-4 days to be done you do find clinical accumen becomes more important and is a skill you develop over time.

Maybe the day is coming where we stick patients in the MRI scanner before we take a history or examine them, but I hope it isn't soon.