Breathlessness When Lying Flat
Difficulty breathing when lying flat that improves when sitting up, which can be a sign of heart failure.
Conditions associated with breathlessness when lying flat
The following conditions have been associated with breathlessness when lying flat in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Tests providers may use to investigate breathlessness when lying flat
When investigating breathlessness when lying flat, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
BNP / NT-proBNP
Measures B-type natriuretic peptide to help evaluate heart failure....
Basic Heart Health Panel - Lab Tests At Healthlabs
This standard 5-test panel screens general health & cardiovascular health. It is especially helpful for indivi...
Bnp Blood Test
Heart failure blood testing - This test measures levels of B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) to help detect, di...
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cardiac Health & Cholesterol
Fast, easy & affordable heart health and cholesterol lab tests-- no insurance or a doctor's referral needed. S...
Comprehensive Heart Health Panel
This comprehensive 7-test panel screens general & cardiovascular health. It is especially helpful for individu...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Online Heart Health Test - Standard Heart Panel
This comprehensive 6-test panel screens general & cardiovascular health. It is especially helpful for individu...
Troponin Cardiac Test: Lab Testing Online
The Troponin T (High Sensitivity) Cardiac Test detects levels of Troponin T, a protein found in heart (myocard...
Symptoms commonly seen alongside breathlessness when lying flat
Abdominal distention
Distention of the abdomen....
Chest Tightness
A feeling of pressure, squeezing, or tightness in the chest, which can be related to heart, lung, or muscle co...
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Waking to Urinate at Night
The need to wake up during the night to urinate, which can disrupt sleep and may be linked to bladder, prostat...
Weight Gain
An increase in body weight that can be caused by changes in diet, activity, fluid retention, or hormonal condi...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if breathlessness when lying flat is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom breathlessness when lying flat mean?
Breathlessness When Lying Flat is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Difficulty breathing when lying flat that improves when sitting up, which can be a sign of heart failure.
Which conditions are associated with breathlessness when lying flat?
Breathlessness When Lying Flat has been reported in association with 2 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Heart Failure, Shortness of Breath. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about breathlessness when lying flat?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.