Orthopnoea

Affects: Chest · Cardiovascular

Moderate

Severity

Chronic

Duration

Chest

Body Part

Cardiovascular

📖What is Orthopnoea?

Orthopnoea is breathlessness that occurs when lying flat and is relieved by sitting up or propping the head with extra pillows. It is a classic symptom of fluid buildup in the lungs related to heart failure and often worsens at night, disturbing sleep. People with orthopnoea frequently report needing multiple pillows to breathe comfortably while sleeping.

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