Breathlessness - red flag symptoms Red flags to be aware of in patients presenting with breathlessness, possible causes and when to refer. by Dr Tillmann Jacobi Severe breathlessness can be a frightening, disabling experience (Photo: SPL) Sign in to continue Sign In Email address Password Stay signed in Trouble signing in? Reset password: Click here Need help? Email us Register FREE Limited free articles a month Free email bulletins Register Now Register Now Take a 30-day trial Join MIMS now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Join GPOnline now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Sign Up Sign Up