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Shortness of breath is one of the most common reasons patients visit a doctor. But figuring out whether the cause is your heart or your lungs can be tricky. Both systems are closely connected: your heart pumps oxygen-rich blood, and your lungs supply the oxygen. When one isn’t working well, the other feels the strain. When Shortness of Breath May Be Heart-Related Swelling in legs/ankles  → Often points to heart failure. Worse when lying flat  → A classic heart-related symptom

Did you know that most of the steps you take for a healthier heart also benefit your lungs? By making a few lifestyle adjustments, you can improve circulation, oxygenation, and overall energy levels. 1. Quit Smoking The single most powerful change. Smoking damages both your arteries and your lungs. Quitting reduces your risk of heart attack, stroke, COPD, and lung cancer. 2. Move More Aim for 30 minutes of walking, cycling, or swimming  at least 5 days a week. Exercise stre

Do you wake up feeling tired even after a full night’s sleep? Loud snoring, gasping during sleep, or morning headaches could be signs of sleep apnea  — and it’s not just about poor rest. Sleep apnea can put a serious strain on your heart. How Sleep Apnea Affects the Heart When you stop breathing during sleep: Oxygen levels drop. Blood pressure spikes. Stress hormones surge.Over time, this increases risk of: High blood pressure (hypertension) Heart arrhythmias (irregular heart