India, Jan. 27 -- Climbing stairs exerts stress on the body because you are moving upward against gravity. While feeling slightly winded during this activity is common, experiencing extreme breathlessness is not normal and should not be ignored. Even in people who appear to be fit, such breathlessness should not be brushed off as harmless, and you should take a closer look.ALSO READ: Pulmonologist reveals 5 habits that help improve sleep quality: Change pillow cover, no caffeine and more

HT Lifestyle reached out to Dr Avi Kumar, senior consultant pulmonologist at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi, in an interview, who shared his insights, breaking down what it means if you are frequently breathless and what you should do to avoid...