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Pulmonary hypertension is abnormally high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs. |
Basic Info
Symptoms
Shortness of breath during activity; Chest pain; Weakness; Fatigue; Fainting; Light-headedness during exercise; Dizzi...
Causes
Pulmonary hypertension occurs when the small arteries of the lung become narrow, which makes it hard for blood to flo...
Tests
A physical examination may show: Enlargement of the veins in the neck; Normal breathing sounds; Heart murmur; Feeling...
Treatments
There is no known cure. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms. Medicines used to treat pulmonary hypertension ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if: You begin to develop shortness of breath when you are active; Shortness of breath ...
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