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Overview
Acondition in which high blood pressure affects arteries of the lungs, and right side of the heart. This results in chest pain and shortness of breath.
Symptoms
If you or someone you know is exhibiting symptoms of a Pulmonary hypertension, seek medical attention immediately
The symptoms include
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
- Dizziness or fainting spells
- Chest pain
- Swollen ankles legs and abdomen
- Cyanosis Bluish color lips and skin
- Heart palpitations and faster pulse rate
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Causes
There are several causes and may include:
- Parasitic infection – schistosomiasis, blood vessels in the lungs becomes infected with the parasite and causes pulmonary arterial hypertension
- Back flow of blood – stacking of blood can lead to this condition
- Drugs or medication: certain Drugs like dexfenfluramine (Redux) and Fen/Phen can cause this condition
- Genetic disorders – Caused due to gene mutations
- Blood clots – blood clots in the lungs can restrict blood flow
- Tumor – An abnormal growth in the lungs might compress the arteries and result in reduced blood flow and pressure build up
- A range of heart or lung diseases can contribute to pulmonary hypertension
- Chronic pulmonary emboli blockage in the pulmonary arteries
- Hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction might also be the cause of pulmonary hypertension
