Hello Everyone, I am 52. I have had this same issue for about 16 months (air hunger; not being able to complete a full breath). It started about 3 months before I was diagnosed with Kidney Disease. Kidney disease is under control but breathing issue persists. I have been tested for just about everything as I am in a NIH study for my Kidney disorder. Docs or baffled. I do have slight anemia; this seems to be the one constant for me throughout this ordeal. I am having trouble getting back to my pre-kidney issue aerobic shape (e.g. I get winded from running quickly). This can be explained, in part, by the fact that the kidney disease took a toll but I feel like I should be making better progress and attribute my lack of fitness to the air hunger issue. This is frustrating and annoying, but does not limit my day to day. I feel generally good. I am clear headed and generally have good energy.

Any advice or thoughts are appreciated.

Thanks!