Why Do I Have Shortness of Breath at Night? Causes & When to See a Doctor
Shortness of breath at night (nocturnal dyspnea) is most commonly caused by fluid redistribution in the body when lying flat. Key medical causes include Orthopnea (heart-related), Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnea (PND), Asthma, or Sleep Apnea. If you feel like you are “drowning” or must prop yourself up with multiple pillows to breathe, it often indicates a […]