Asked by shreya shrestha on Jul 27, 2024

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Shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and a choking sensation are symptoms commonly associated with:

A) insomnia.
B) asthma.
C) muscle contractions.
D) migraine headaches.

Asthma

A medical problem marked by narrowing of the trachea and bronchi, which results in shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and a choking sensation.

Shortness Of Breath

A condition, also known as dyspnea, where an individual experiences a sensation of difficult or uncomfortable breathing.

Wheezing

A high-pitched whistling sound made while breathing, typically associated with difficulty breathing and often seen in conditions like asthma.

  • Understand the distinction between somatic symptom disorders and other related conditions, such as psychophysiological disorders.
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Janet PedrosaJul 29, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
These symptoms are characteristic of asthma, a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and may produce extra mucus. This can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.