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Shortness of breath and chest tightness in summer

Sep 15, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Introduction
In general, shortness of breath and chest tightness during summer may be caused by high indoor or outdoor temperatures, heatstroke, asthma, hypertension, coronary atherosclerotic heart disease, and other factors. Patients are advised to receive symptomatic treatment as directed by a physician. In addition, conditions such as insufficient cerebral blood supply can also lead to shortness of breath and chest tightness in summer. The exact cause should be determined through medical evaluation, and treatment should be carried out according to medical advice.

In general, shortness of breath and chest tightness during summer may be caused by high indoor or outdoor temperatures, heatstroke, asthma, hypertension, or coronary atherosclerotic heart disease. Patients are advised to follow medical guidance for symptomatic treatment. Specific analysis is as follows:

1. High indoor or outdoor temperature

If the indoor or outdoor temperature is excessively high, it may lead to symptoms such as chest tightness and shortness of breath, possibly accompanied by difficulty breathing. Appropriately adjusting the indoor air conditioning temperature usually helps alleviate these symptoms.

2. Heatstroke

Chest tightness and shortness of breath in some patients may be related to heatstroke. Frequently working in high-temperature environments during hot weather may result in heatstroke, causing symptoms including chest tightness, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, fatigue, and rapid breathing. Prompt transfer to a cool area and treatments such as fluid replacement and cooling measures are necessary.

3. Asthma

Patients with pre-existing asthma may experience chest tightness, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing during summer. Nebulized inhalation therapy may be used. Under a doctor's guidance, asthmatic patients can take medications such as ambroxol hydrochloride tablets or doxofylline tablets.

4. Hypertension

Hypertension is associated with genetic factors and unhealthy lifestyles. During hot summer weather, physical activity may cause blood pressure to rise, leading to symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, headache, fatigue, and episodic dizziness. Under medical supervision, patients may take oral medications such as nifedipine tablets or lacidipine tablets.

5. Coronary atherosclerotic heart disease

Coronary atherosclerotic heart disease causes myocardial ischemia and hypoxia, resulting in sensations of chest tightness and shortness of breath, along with symptoms such as difficulty breathing and chest pain. Under a doctor’s guidance, patients may take medications such as enteric-coated aspirin capsules or clopidogrel hydrogen sulfate tablets.

In addition, conditions such as cerebral ischemia may also cause shortness of breath and chest tightness during summer. The exact cause should be determined through medical evaluation, and treatment should be administered according to medical advice.


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