Can anyone help vlad vexler on X?

[Oliver3]

Vlad vexler is a great fell. Political analyst. M.e. sufferer. He's been admitted to hospital with extreme chest pain and air hunger.
He's looking for suggestions as the hospitals aren't helping much

 

[Mary]

Hi @Oliver3 - here's Dr. Berg on air hunger:

https://www.drberg.com/blog/interesting-cause-of-air-hunger-or-difficulty-breathing

 

[Oliver3]

Hi Mary.. he's in a and e now. His troponin scores are rising. I've mentioned, mast cells, lingering spike protein or virus. He definitely has cardiac damage from covid

 

[Oliver3]

Thanks Mary.
I dint have a twitter account..anyone who has the time or inclination, please forward to him. Think he needs all the help he can get

 

[Carl]

Cordyceps Sinensis might be worth trying because that can help lung function as well as being good for COVID-19 and viruses. It's also very good for inflammation. It got me through COVID-19 Delta strain, the strain which killed loads of people.

Air hunger—a distressing sensation of not getting enough air or an urgent need to breathe—can be caused by a wide range of physiological and psychological factors. It is a key component of dyspnea (shortness of breath) and is often described as feeling like "breathing through a straw" or being unable to take a satisfying breath17.

Common Causes of Air Hunger​

1. Respiratory (Lung) Conditions

• Asthma: Airways narrow and inflame, making breathing difficult58.
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)/Emphysema: Damage to lung tissue impairs airflow58.
• Pneumonia and Chest Infections: Inflammation and fluid in the lungs reduce oxygen exchange58.
• Pulmonary Embolism: A blood clot in the lungs blocks blood flow and oxygenation5.
• Lung Cancer or Fibrosis: Tumors or scarring restrict lung expansion58.

2. Cardiovascular (Heart) Conditions

• Heart Failure: The heart cannot pump enough oxygenated blood, leading to fluid buildup in the lungs and tissues, causing air hunger910.
• Heart Attacks and Arrhythmias: Impaired heart function reduces oxygen delivery510.
• Pulmonary Hypertension: High blood pressure in lung vessels makes breathing harder5.

3. Blood and Metabolic Disorders

• Anemia: Low red blood cell count reduces oxygen-carrying capacity56.
• Acidosis: Increased acidity in the blood stimulates the urge to breathe1.

4. Environmental and Physical Factors

• Exercise: Increases respiratory drive, especially if ventilation is restricted1.
• High Altitude: Lower oxygen levels can trigger air hunger16.
• Exposure to Pollutants: Smoke, dust, chemicals, or mold can irritate the lungs3.

5. Psychological Factors

• Anxiety and Panic Attacks: Can cause hyperventilation and a sensation of air hunger even in the absence of physical disease5678.
• Stress: Alters breathing patterns, sometimes leading to dysfunctional breathing and air hunger67.

6. Other Causes

• Obesity: Excess weight can restrict lung expansion58.
• Pregnancy: Increased demand on the body can cause mild air hunger5.
• Medications or Drug Overdose: Some drugs can suppress or stimulate breathing6.

Mechanism​

Air hunger occurs when the body's drive to breathe (from rising carbon dioxide, falling oxygen, or acidosis) is not matched by the ability to increase ventilation, often due to mechanical, physiological, or psychological limitations14. The sensation is a powerful homeostatic warning, motivating corrective behavior.

When to Seek Help​

Sudden or severe air hunger, especially if accompanied by chest pain, fainting, or blue lips, requires immediate medical attention, as it may indicate a serious heart or lung problem3810.
In summary:
Air hunger can result from lung or heart diseases, blood disorders, anxiety, environmental factors, or metabolic imbalances. It is a signal that the body’s need for oxygen is not being met and should be evaluated if persistent or severe15810.

Citations:​

1. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10986303/
2. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/16942-dyspnea
3. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/314963
4. https://hms.harvard.edu/news/relief-air-hunger
5. https://www.webmd.com/lung/shortness-breath-dyspnea
6. https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/Media/UHS-we...ing-pattern-disorders-patient-information.pdf
7. https://www.verywellmind.com/air-hunger-11712203
8. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/shortness-of-breath/
9. https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/medica...-how-to-manage-air-hunger-shortness-of-breath
10. https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/shortness-of-breath/basics/causes/sym-20050890

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Presumably he isn't pregnant......
If he has ME then he has severe metabolic imbalances and possibly many other things provoked by inflammation. I don't use twitter or whatever it's called today......