I am trying to figure out if my paleness is from PH or something else. Does anyone else get paleness as a symptom? I go pale a lot (noticeable that people who do not know me ask if I am ok). My lips go white, face, hands and feet go white as well. Sometimes I am lightheaded and sometimes I get near fainting (for example everything will go black) often I also have chest pain (but not always). I think I do not have enough blood flow, but my ejection fraction on last echo was normal (55%). Anyone… read more
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Sometimes I get light headed to the point of actually passing out. Was told that I may not be getting enuff oxygen to the head.
Yes, people with pulmonary hypertension (PH) can experience symptoms such as going pale, feeling light-headed, and fainting or near fainting. These symptoms occur because the heart struggles to get enough oxygenated blood to the brain due to limited heart function caused by PH. This can be particularly noticeable during Show Full Answer
I get light headed and feel like I’m going to faint. However my BP is under 100 when that happens. I lie down and try to drink.It happens in the morning and before breakfast. Passes after about 30 minutes. Doesn’t happen every day. It’sa mystery
Good luck……I hope the doctors will have answers to your concerns soon 🤞🏻 The main artery to my heart is 100% blocked with stenosis. Been told by several referring doctors from teaching hospitals there is nothing they can do. It is what it is……I’m just grateful for the 70 years the Lord has given me & each new day. I know with my health issues each day is a gift & your never sad to get a gift 😃😃😃😃.
I know it’s concerning……are you anemic???? Hopefully soon you can be given some answers 🙏🏻