What should I do if I experience chest tightness and shortness of breath while sleeping at night?
Disease description:
As soon as I lie down to sleep, I feel chest tightness and shortness of breath; for several nights, I’ve had to sit up to breathe comfortably. What should I do about chest tightness and shortness of breath while sleeping at night?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Liu Shilei
Experiencing chest tightness and shortness of breath during nighttime sleep should first raise suspicion of cardiac issues. Additionally, impaired sexual function or abnormal pulmonary function may also affect normal respiration. An electrocardiogram (ECG) or 24-hour ambulatory ECG monitoring can help determine whether any abnormalities are present.
