Cardiovascular

Pulmonary Hypertension

High pressure in the lung arteries — progressive breathlessness, right-heart strain.

Overview

High pressure in the lung arteries — progressive breathlessness, right-heart strain.

Also known as: ph, pah, pulmonary arterial hypertension

In-depth guidance

A structured clinical overview of Pulmonary Hypertension — symptoms, red flags, causes, and care pathways — is being prepared by our clinical reviewers. In the meantime:

⚠ When to seek urgent care

Sudden severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe bleeding, or any rapidly worsening illness need urgent assessment. Call your local emergency number.