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Treatment for pulmonary hypertension

If the cause of Pulmonary hypertension is identified and treated early, it may be possible to prevent permanent damage to your pulmonary arteries, which are the blood vessels that supply your lungs. Since this disease cannot be cured but treatment can reduce your symptoms and help you manage your condition.<br>Pulmonary hypertension is a lung disorder in which the arteries that carry blood from the heart to the lungs become narrowed, making it difficult for blood to flow through the vessels. As a result, the blood pressure in these arteries called pulmonary arteries rises far above normal levels.

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Treatment for pulmonary hypertension

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  1. Treatment for pulmonary hypertension If the cause of Pulmonary hypertension is identified and treated early, it may be possible to prevent permanent damage to your pulmonary arteries, which are the blood vessels that supply your lungs. Since this disease cannot be cured but treatment can reduce your symptoms and help you manage your condition.

  2. Pulmonary hypertension is a lung disorder in which the arteries that carry blood from the heart to the lungs become narrowed, making it difficult for blood to flow through the vessels. As a result, the blood pressure in these arteries called pulmonary arteries rises far above normal levels. Symptom of Pulmonary hypertension does not usually occur until the condition has progressed. The first symptom is shortness of breath with everyday activities such as climbing stairs. Pulmonary Hypertension Treatment varies by patient, based on different underline causes. Below there is some treatment that can help to treat. 1: Medications – Many different types of medications are available to treat pulmonary hypertension. ● Anticoagulants – It decreases blood clot formation so blood flows more freely through blood vessels. ● Diuretics – It removes extra fluid from the tissues and bloodstream, which reduces swelling and makes breathing easier. ● Inotropic agents – Lowers pulmonary blood pressure and may improve the pumping ability of the right side of the heart. Many other medications can help with its treatment. Take your medications at the same time every day. Before changing any medication talk to your doctor first. 2: Lifestyle changes – Regularly monitor your weight. Try to lose weight if you are overweight. Annual health checks up with your primary care physician. Make walking your daily habit to keep your muscles strong and improve circulation. Avoid or reduce alcohol intake, smoke, vape or chewing tobacco. Try to maintain close contact with your health care provider. 3: Transplantation – Transplantation is recommended in younger people suffering from idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension, where only the long or both heart and lung is transplanted. The patient's body can show rejection to transplantation is cause serious infection leading to various complications. Inter transplant surgery is successful, immunosuppressive drugs are prescribed for life to avoid the chances of rejection in future. 4: Take prescribed medicines only – Always take medicine suggested by doctors. If you heard about the new medicine to ease symptoms of Pulmonary hypertension from a friend or a good wisher, please consult your doctor before taking them. Ask for help from your family and friends and also speak to a psychologist to help to cope with stress and anxiety. In case of emergency visit Critical Care Medicine for immediate treatment.

  3. What type of changes you should make may depend on the cause of your condition. Talk to your doctor about what types of changes are best for you.

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