Hypopnea and Hyperpnea

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Hypopnea noun - Slow or shallow breathing.

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Hyperpnea is an antonym for hypopnea.

Hyperpnea noun - Energetic (deep and rapid) respiration that occurs normally after exercise or abnormally with fever or various disorders.

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Hypopnea is an antonym for hyperpnea.

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