Is it common for pain to move around or change locations with end-stage pulmonary arterial hypertension?
Yes, pain can move around and change locations with pulmonary arterial hypertension. Many people with PAH experience pain in different areas of their body, and the location can shift.
A myPHteam member described Show Full Answer
Is it common for pain to move around or change locations with end-stage pulmonary arterial hypertension?
Yes, pain can move around and change locations with pulmonary arterial hypertension. Many people with PAH experience pain in different areas of their body, and the location can shift.
A myPHteam member described experiencing "pain on both sides of my body underneath my breastplate that radiates to my back." Another member shared having "sharp shooting pain in my head, neck, back, and thighs."
Common pain locations include:
* Chest (most common)
* Joints like elbows and hips
* Head and neck
* Back
* Thighs
* Upper right abdomen (related to liver issues from right-sided heart failure)
The pain can also vary in intensity throughout the day. Some people find it's worse in the morning when getting out of bed or when changing positions from sitting to standing.
If you're experiencing severe, sudden chest pain, ongoing shortness of breath, fainting, or rapid irregular heartbeat, seek emergency care right away. For any new or worsening pain patterns, contact your pulmonologist to discuss what you're experiencing.
February 8
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