What are the symptoms of pulmonary hypertension?
Pulmonary hypertension may not cause any symptoms at first. As the disease gets worse, symptoms can include the following:
- Shortness of breath, with or without activity
- Chest pain or pressure
- Rapid heartbeat
- Swelling of the ankles, legs and abdomen
Symptoms of pulmonary hypertension usually limit a person's ability to exercise and do other activities.
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