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March 24, 2025
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Common symptoms of pulmonary hypertension include
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
- Chest pain
- Heart palpitations
- Dizziness or fainting
- Coughing
- Discolored lips or fingers (blue, gray, or white)
- Swelling in feet, ankles, abdomen, or neck As PH progresses, you may notice
- Increased resting heart rate (typically Show Full Answer

Common symptoms of pulmonary hypertension include:
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
- Chest pain
- Heart palpitations
- Dizziness or fainting
- Coughing
- Discolored lips or fingers (blue, gray, or white)
- Swelling in feet, ankles, abdomen, or neck As PH progresses, you may notice:
- Increased resting heart rate (typically above 100 beats per minute)
- Unexplained weight gain
- Decreased appetite
- Nausea
- Worsening of existing symptoms

It's important to track your symptoms and report any changes to your healthcare provider, especially sudden weight gain which could indicate fluid retention. You might also experience skin-related symptoms like:
- Pale gray or blue coloring, especially on lips and nails (cyanosis)
- Changes in finger coloring, particularly in cold temperatures
- Swelling around the eyes

March 24, 2025

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