I have muscle weakness but I attribute that to my not exercising or doing much physical activity.
July 10
Muscle weakness is a very common experience for people living with pulmonary hypertension (PH). It can show up in different ways and at different times — sometimes as an ongoing issue, and sometimes after a specific event.
Many myPHteam members have shared their experiences with weakness, including:
- General fatigue and Show Full Answer
Muscle weakness is a very common experience for people living with pulmonary hypertension (PH). It can show up in different ways and at different times — sometimes as an ongoing issue, and sometimes after a specific event.
Many myPHteam members have shared their experiences with weakness, including:
- General fatigue and tiredness
- Leg weakness and balance problems
- Difficulty breathing alongside weakness
- Chest pain and headaches paired with feeling weak
One myPHteam member asked, "Does anyone else struggle with balance from leg weakness?" — and many others could relate. If weakness is making it hard to manage daily life, there are some helpful steps to consider:
- Talk to your doctor about whether medication could help with muscle weakness
- Keep a symptom journal to track patterns and share with your care team
- Ask about telehealth if you're too weak to make it to an in-person appointment
- Lean on loved ones and be open about what you're going through
⚠️ If you experience sudden weakness in your arms or legs, chest pain, or shortness of breath that feels different or more severe than usual, seek emergency help right away — these can be signs of something serious.
July 10
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