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Shortness of breath can be terrifying at some times because you may feel like you are unable to draw air into your lungs. The medical term for this condition is known as dyspnea. It can occur in a healthy person due to heavy exercise, obesity, higher altitude, or extreme temperatures. Apart from these factors, if you develop shortness of breath, it may signify a medical condition. These medical conditions usually affect your respiratory tract and make it difficult to breathe even without physical activity. In severe cases where the patient cannot breathe on their own, emergency medical treatment is necessary to restore their breathing pattern.