Pulmonary Hypertension, Animation
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Hypertension
Pulmonary hypertension, on the other hand, is high blood pressure specifically in the arteries of the lungs. This can make it difficult for the heart to pump blood to the lungs, which can lead to shortness of breath, fatigue, and eventually heart failure.
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Pulmonary hypertension
Here is a table summarizing the key differences between hypertension and pulmonary hypertension:
Feature
Hypertension
Pulmonary Hypertension
Affected Blood Vessels
Arteries throughout the body
Arteries of the lungs
Symptoms
Often no symptoms, but can include headache, dizziness, and fatigue
Shortness of breath, fatigue, chest pain, dizziness, and fainting
Causes
Often unknown, but can be caused by lifestyle factors such as smoking, obesity, and lack of exercise
Can be caused by a variety of underlying conditions, such as lung disease, heart disease, sleep apnea, and certain medications
Treatment
Lifestyle changes and medications
Medications, blood thinners, oxygen therapy, and sometimes surgery
It is important to note that pulmonary hypertension can be a complication of hypertension. So, if you have hypertension, it is important to be monitored for signs of pulmonary hypertension.
I hope this information is helpful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.