Why do I have trouble breathing in the shower?
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The humidity/heat make breathing difficult, but also if you are on city water, alot of chemicals are added to kill bacteria and diseases in the water-these chemicals tend to cling to moisture like vapour particles which you then breathe in.  Maybe it was all a bit much for you- or you are developing a sensitivity-we are bombarded with toxins in the air 24/7.  Mention it next time you are at the doctors, go to the hospital if it happens and doesn't subside.
592658
Take a very hot shower and let the steam fill up the shower before you get in. Take a bunch of very deep breaths. Works for me every time.
1108572
I've talked to a Dr about this because I once had problems after swimming.  The chlorine is not really an allergen but is an irritant instead.  It is harsh on the mucus membranes - your nose and eyes.  When swimming, protect your eyes with goggles, and always breath out through your nose and mouth when under water to prevent water from going in.  Also, some pools have way too much chlorine - especially pools that are very popular.  Another contributing factor to the headache could be heat or sun.  The combination of all three is very irritating.
512596
I think you might be suffering from some milder form of hyperventilation, that can cause symptoms very much like the one you describe and is often mistaken for some sort of affliction of the heart.\nYoga can help you here, or some form of breathing-therapy.\nGood luck and good health!
930924
Whether I'm too cold or too hot, I sweat either way. But if I'm cold, I can't take a hot shower because my skin is too sensitive to the heat so I'd rather be too hot and take a cool shower.
622254
Sudafed or taking a hot shower always helps me . . . just breath in all the steam and it helps relieve that pressure.
342940
I would go have that checked out by a doc. It could be something serious, or you could be developing asthma. I know I personally never had asthma until one day being around car exhaust caused me to have an asthma attack. They call it environmental asthma. Other things that can cause difficulty in breathing are muscle damage in the chest wall, or other serious problems in your lungs. It basically depends on how the pain is, and if it came on sharp and sudden. If it is sharp and sudden, go to a doc immediately. If it is a gradual onset, still go to a doc and see what they say. Good luck!
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It could be several things. You may need to try a soap that has no fragrance or additives in it, like Ivory. Changing soaps often isn't good to do either. You may also have "hard" water in your area which will leave a soap film on your skin which can cause itching. Your skin may be extra sensitive to it. Try having your water tested or get a water softener installed. Your shower water may be too hot which pulls all the natural oils from your skin, causing drying which could also be the culprit. Try taking a cooler shower. Keep in mind that it will take a few days for your skin to regain it's PH levels so the itching may continue for several more days.
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I use to be so afraid of water that it wasnt even funny. The only way that i got over that was to just trust myself and make sure that some 1 is there with me at all times when i go into deep water. You have to make sure that the person that is with you, you trust them more then anyone. For me it was my Boyfriend. He helped me with my "water problem" and now we go swimming all the time during the summer. You just have to have enouph trust in yourself and another when your in the water. It also helps if you take a class for swimming. I use to be afraid because i couldnt breath under water. So what i would do is when i take a bath jus hold my head under the water to see how long i could do it. Take it slow and good luck
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I have similar problem myself.  I have breathing difficulty when the weather change slightly, even more accurate than the weather forecast.\n\nThis is rather common, similar to a lot of immunological reaction, such as hay fever and asthma.  The immunological response in your body is suppose to fight the attack of any foreign infection.  However, sometime, some seemingly harmless particles such as dust or nut protein could trigger a massive reaction which results in fever, imflammation, swollen blood vessel and high blood pressure.
1029965
It occurs when pressure is put on the bladder.  The pressure can be from lifting something too heavy, repeatedly standing for too long, coughing, sneezing and laughing.  And if you're a woman, pregnancy and childbirth can cause it.
366253
I would suggest that you stop running and investing more time into your swim training. Although swimming involves your cardiovascular system, there is a whole lot more involved in swimming than breathing. If you are not comfortable in the water, your body will tense up. This anxiety often results in having difficulty breathing. \nWork on improving your swim strokes. You could be exerting so much unnecessary energy that you exhaust yourself. Being as hydrodynamic as possible helps. Be streamlined. Your strokes and kicks should be efficient. There is a lot more to swimming than just getting from one point to another in the water.\nYour comparison is like saying that Tiger Woods can hit the golf ball so he should be good in baseball.
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Your skin has a limited capacity for keeping water out. \nAfter a long bath, your skin will absorb some water, and will tend to expand its surface. However, due to the lack of space for expansion, it gets wrinckled.
83585
Can make you feel much better. If you have a head cold they have a great product out now you use in the shower. It is kind of effervescent and menthol, just put it under the water trickle and breath the vapors.
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your lungs relax, then expand, making it easier to breath.   happens to me at work. I'm a roofer and i have asthma, I'm also afraid of heights[ yeah i don't get it either].anyway when i first go up the ladder in the morning especially on a cold day i get tense, i hyperventilate and breathing is a problem . after a little while i calm down , relax and everything is everything.....
928103
It is caused by unclean feet! An acculamation of sweat and dead skin from between the toes. Washing between the toes when showering will eliminate this!\nG.H.
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it could be your deoderant\n\nyou should see your doctor