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    Dec 29, 2004, 03:26 AM
    Why gasp when cold?
    Hi,
    When we take a cold shower in winter, we gasp for breath. Can anybody tell me why this happens? Thank you.
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    Jan 2, 2005, 03:22 PM
    I believe it's because of the muscles spasming at the sudden change in temperature that cause you to breathe in sharply.
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    Jan 3, 2005, 11:06 AM
    Why gasp when cold?
    Thank you. What is the relation between muscle spasms and sharp breathing?
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