Shortness of breath can be a symptom of coronavirus (COVID-19). Read more about coronavirus or use our Coronavirus Risk Assessment to check your risk.
Bronchiectasis is a long-term condition where the airways of the lungs become abnormally widened, leading to a build-up of excess mucus that can make the lungs more vulnerable to infection.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Bronchiectasis.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Pneumonia is inflammation (swelling) of the tissue in one or both of your lungs.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Chest infection.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Leukaemia is cancer of the white blood cells.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Heart failure is a serious condition caused by the heart failing to pump enough blood around the body at the right pressure.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Congestive heart failure.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Diphtheria is a contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Diphtheria.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Altitude sickness is a common condition that can happen when you climb to a high altitude too quickly.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on High altitude pulmonary oedema.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Lung cancer is one of the most common and serious types of cancer.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Lung cancer.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Pericarditis is inflammation (swelling) of the pericardium, which is the fluid-filled sac surrounding your heart.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Pericarditis.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is the name given to an abnormality of heart rhythm, characterised by a fast heartbeat.
Our Health A-Z contains more information on SVT.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Important: If you have these symptoms, they may be unrelated to any of these conditions listed. If you are concerned about your symptoms then you should see a doctor.