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Definition of Hyperventilation
1. Noun. An increased depth and rate of breathing greater than demanded by the body needs; can cause dizziness and tingling of the fingers and toes and chest pain if continued.
Generic synonyms: Breathing, External Respiration, Respiration, Ventilation
Derivative terms: Hyperventilate, Hyperventilate
Derivative terms: Hyperventilate, Hyperventilate
Definition of Hyperventilation
1. Noun. (medicine) the state of breathing faster or deeper than necessary ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Hyperventilation
1. A state in which there is an increased amount of air entering the pulmonary alveoli (increased alveolar ventilation), resulting in reduction of carbon dioxide tension and eventually leading to alkalosis. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)
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