Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Hyperventilation syndrome primary prevention
Introduction
Primary Prevention
Primary Prevention
Over the long term, there are several important steps to help patients stop overbreathing:
- If anxiety or panic are triggers, seeing a psychologist or psychiatrist may help.
- Breathing exercises
- Practice of relaxation techniques regularly, such as progressive muscle relaxation or meditation
- Regular exercise
If these methods alone are not enough in preventing overbreathing, a beta blocker medication may be recommended.
References
References
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]