breathing disorder
/ˈbreɪθɪŋ ˈdɪsɔːrdər/ · breath·ing dis·or·der
noun
- A medical condition that affects the normal process of breathing. The doctor diagnosed her with a breathing disorder that required immediate treatment.
- A condition that impairs the ability to breathe normally, often caused by a physical or environmental factor. The firefighter suffered from a breathing disorder after inhaling toxic fumes in the burning building.
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Did you know? The term 'breathing disorder' is often used interchangeably with 'respiratory disorder', which is a broader term encompassing various conditions affecting the respiratory system.