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Primary Pulmonary Hypertension Symptoms

Health Encyclopedia: Primary Pulmonary Hypertension

Alternative Names

Pulmonary arterial hypertension; Sporadic primary pulmonary hypertension; Familial primary pulmonary hypertension


Symptoms
  • Shortness of breath during activity
  • Chest pain
  • Weakness
  • Fatigue
  • Fainting
  • Light-headedness during exercise
  • Dizziness
  • Leg swelling

Signs and tests

A physical examination shows enlargement of the veins in th...

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Expert & Community Posts

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