Breathlessness describes feeling winded or short of breath. It may feel as though you can’t take a deep breath or get enough air. Your chest could feel tight and you may even feel as though you’re gasping for air at times.

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These sensations can occur when you’re exerting yourself or when you’re not doing anything.

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It is common for people recovering from COVID-19 to feel breathless. However, in most cases, the actual amount of oxygen in the blood is normal.