Tachypnea is a medical term referring to rapid, shallow breathing that results from a lack of oxygen or too much carbon dioxide in the body. Infections, asthma, heat, and other factors can trigger it.

The amniotic fluid contained in the amniotic sac is very important for your developing baby. This fluid surrounds your unborn baby in the womb and acts as a cushion to protect the baby from injury. It ...

Shallow and abnormally fast breathing is often referred to as tachypnea. It means you’re taking more breaths than usual in a given minute. Share on Pinterest Branimir76/Getty Images Tachypnea is ...

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