What is Breathing Pattern Disorder?
Breathing pattern disorder is a condition that causes abnormal breathing. It is also known as dysfunctional breathing pattern. People with breathing pattern disorder may have:
- Very rapid or shallow breathing
- Breath holding
- Hyperventilating
- Other breathing irregularities, including forced abdominal breathing, excessive sighing or mouth breathing
These breathing challenges are not life-threatening. People can see a provider to help restore normal breathing patterns.