breathing problem
/ˈbreɪθɪŋ ˈprɒbləm/ · breath·ing prob·lem
noun
- A medical condition affecting the respiratory system, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which impairs the ability to breathe normally. She was diagnosed with a severe breathing problem and required oxygen therapy.
noun
- A situation or circumstance that makes it difficult to breathe, often due to environmental factors such as pollution or altitude. The smog in the city created a breathing problem for people with respiratory issues.
Synonyms
respiratory issuelung conditionbreathing difficultyrespiratory problemairway obstructionrespiratory distressbreathing difficulty
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase 'breathing problem' is often used in medical contexts to describe a range of respiratory conditions, but it can also be used more broadly to describe any situation that makes it difficult to breathe.