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What Causes Shortness Of Breath While Suffering From Pulmonary Hypertension?
I was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension after an eco cardio gram. I had chest X-rays which were normal and a nuclear lung scan which was Norman. I am a senior who has shortness on breath fagigue and of and on chest pain for months. My gap says its from you fybromyalgia which I have for 40 years. What test should I have next.? Cardiologist wants me to see a second pulmonary specialist. Disgusted!
Fri, 6 Apr 2018
Hello,
This pulmonary problem should be treated first. It may cause right sided heart failure which causes shortness of breath and fatigue. There is much less chances that it is due to fibromyalgia.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhadresh Lakhani
This pulmonary problem should be treated first. It may cause right sided heart failure which causes shortness of breath and fatigue. There is much less chances that it is due to fibromyalgia.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhadresh Lakhani
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