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How did Pulminary heart disease happened

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South Africa Gauteng
January 27, 2024
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Hi, I have congestive heart failure. I keep my regular checkup with my cardiologist and my PCP. They keep me on the same track. They talk back and forth. My blood pressure was it of control it’s under control now pulse my pulse was low. Medication change that. I also have a small leaky valve. They are not doing anything yet. Hugs

July 25, 2024
MyHeartDiseaseTeam

Pulmonary hypertension, a type of pulmonary heart disease, occurs when there is high blood pressure in the lungs. This condition can be caused by:

- Heart valve problems
- Coronary artery disease
- Heart failure
- Other health conditions

Since the lungs and heart are interdependent, pulmonary hypertension can lead to Show Full Answer

Pulmonary hypertension, a type of pulmonary heart disease, occurs when there is high blood pressure in the lungs. This condition can be caused by:

- Heart valve problems
- Coronary artery disease
- Heart failure
- Other health conditions

Since the lungs and heart are interdependent, pulmonary hypertension can lead to arrhythmia and issues in the right side of the heart.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the knowledge base provided.

July 25, 2024

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