Tom, a rheumatologist found the Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, then I was sent to the ILD clinic with a pulmonologist that specializes in autoimmune disease caused ILD, and I also have a cardiologist and primary care physician.
My Rheumatologist is who told me about my Autoimmune disease and what could happen.
Rheumatologist
My Rheumatologist is great. She found exactly what is wrong with my autoimmune system. She was the one who referred me to a Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic. I am blessed to have such a caring doctor.
To determine if your pulmonary hypertension (PH) and/or PH-like symptoms are caused by an autoimmune disorder, you should consult a rheumatologist. Rheumatologists specialize in autoimmune conditions and can help identify if these conditions are contributing to your PH.
Additionally, a multidisciplinary team approach is Show Full Answer