Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Overview of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Pulmonary arterial hypertension is a condition where the blood pressure in the arteries are higher than the normal range. It is different compared to the blood pressure which commonly discussed. It is a life threatening condition and worsens over time.
Signs and Symptoms of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Shortness of breath, Chest pain, Fatigue, Passing out, Swelling on your ankles and legs
Common Causes of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Congestive heart failure, Blood clots in the lungs, HIV, Illegal drug use (like cocaine or methamphetamine), Liver disease (such as cirrhosis of the liver), Autoimmune diseases, Congenital heart disease, Lung diseases, Sleep apnea
Risk Factors of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Women of childbearing age, Family history of the disease
Investigation Techniques for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Blood tests, Electrocardiogram, Breathing tests (pulmonary function tests), 6 minute walk test, Echocardiogram, Right Heart Catheterization
Treatment and Prevention of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Oxygen therapy, Blood thinning medication, Calcium channel blockers, Atrial septostomy (Rarely)
Available Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) Medicines
No medicines currently available for this condition.
