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Signs Of Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Health Encyclopedia: Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary arterial hypertension; Sporadic primary pulmonary hypertension; Familial primary pulmonary hypertension
Symptoms
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Shortness of breath during activity -
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Fainting - Light-headedness during exercise
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Dizziness - Leg swelling
Signs and tests
A physical examination shows enlargement of the veins in th...
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Health Guide
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