Pulmonary Hypertension

What is Pulmonary Hypertension?

Best Pulmonary Hypertension treatment in Bangalore When the walls of the pulmonary arteries become thick and rigid and do not allow the expansion of the blood vessels, the chances of pulmonary hypertension increase. By resting, you can reduce the fatigue associated with pulmonary hypertension.

Best Pulmonary Hypertension treatment in Bangalore

Pulmonary Hypertension Treatment In Bangalore

Overview

Get the best Pulmonary Hypertension Treatment from our Doctor in Bangalore।. According to cardiologists, pulmonary hypertension (PH) refers to high blood pressure in your pulmonary arteries, which carry deoxygenated blood from your heart to your lungs. The condition of pulmonary hypertension is hazardous. Since this obstructs blood flow to your heart and lungs, it can cause damage to the right side of the heart. Pulmonary hypertension is a condition of high blood pressure that affects the arteries in your lungs and the right side of your heart.

The blood vessels in the lungs become narrowed and destroyed, slowing blood flow and increasing the blood pressure in the lungs’ arteries. In such a situation, the heart must work harder to pump blood through the lungs. Due to this extra work, the muscles of the heart become weak. Weak muscles of the heart are the most significant cause of heart failure.

Most common causes are pulmonary embolism, left heart failure, valvular heart disease and acyanotic congenital heart diseases ( ASD, VSD & PDA).

Pulmonary hypertension often worsens gradually, so it is better to consult your doctor as soon as you notice the symptoms. For your information, there is no cure for some causes of pulmonary hypertension. However, it can be reduced by improving the quality of life.

Best Pulmonary Hypertension treatment in Bangalore

What are the symptoms of pulmonary hypertension?

The first symptom of pulmonary hypertension is shortness of breath during daily activity. Also, you may feel short of breath while exercising. The symptoms of pulmonary hypertension are mild and develop slowly. Many times a normal person does not notice its symptoms for months. But its symptoms worsen with time.

Symptoms of pulmonary hypertension include:-

  • Shortness of breath (dyspnoea).
  • Fatigue.
  • Chest tightness or pain.
  • Swelling of feet, ankles, and abdomen.
  • Blue lips and skin (cyanosis).
  • Fast heartbeat or fast pulse.
  • Dizziness
  • Loss of appetite

Pulmonary Hypertension FAQs

Causes of pulmonary hypertension include:-

  • Pulmonary embolism ( clots in arteries of lungs) 
  • Congenital heart diseases ( ASD, VSD, PDA)
  • Primary pulmonary hypertension
  • Connective tissue diseases
  • Valvular heart disease ( mitral stenosis or regurgitation, Aortic stenosis)
  • Left heart failure 
  • Down syndrome.
  • Asbestos exposure.
  • Family history of blood clots.
  • HIV.
  • Lung disease ( COPD, ILD)

Treatment of pulmonary hypertension depends on several factors. For example, the type of pulmonary hypertension you have and other medical conditions you have.

Pulmonary hypertension (PH) can be treated mainly in two ways-

  1. Medications
  2. Surgery – Pulmonary endarterectomy for CTEPH ( chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension), shunts or lung transplants.

Calcium channel blocker drugs help lower blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries and throughout the body. Also, oxygen therapy helps to relax and open the pulmonary arteries better.

If you do not treat pulmonary hypertension (PH) at the right time, there may be problems of right-sided heart failure and sudden cardiac deaths. Our cardiologists will provide you with the best advice and service. Treating pulmonary hypertension can improve your quality of life.

No, not all pulmonary hypertension is curable. Pulmonary hypertension varies from person to person, and also on the reason for pulmonary hypertension, so the treatment depends on your type of PH and underlying medical conditions.

Reversible causes include-

  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Left heart failure
  • Valvular heart disease
  • Some forms of congenital heart disease

The life expectancy of all people with pulmonary hypertension can vary. It largely depends on how quickly you have diagnosed or sought medical help. Pulmonary hypertension tends to get worse over time. However, your life expectancy improves after treatment.

 

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