The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Primary pulmonary hypertension includes the 21 symptoms listed below:
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In general, researchers find there is no correlation between the time PPH is thought to have started, the age at which it is diagnosed, and the severity of symptoms. In some patients, especially children, the disease progresses fairly rapidly.
The first symptom is frequently tiredness, with many patients thinking they tire easily because they are simply out of shape. Difficulty in breathing (dyspnea), dizziness, and even fainting spells (syncope) are also typical early symptoms. Swelling in the ankles or legs (edema), bluish lips and skin (cyanosis), and chest pain (angina) are among other symptoms of the disease.
Patients with PPH may also complain of a racing pulse; many feel they have trouble getting enough air. Palpitations, a strong throbbing sensation brought on by the increased rate of the heartbeat, can also cause discomfort.
Some people with PPH do not seek medical advice until they can no longer go about their daily routine. The more severe the symptoms, the more advanced the disease. In these more advanced stages, the patient is able to perform only minimal activity and has symptoms even when resting. The disease may worsen to the point where the patient is completely bedridden (Source: excerpt from NHLBI, Facts About Primary Pulmonary Hypertension: NHLBI)
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The symptom information on this page attempts to provide a list of some possible signs and symptoms of Primary pulmonary hypertension. This signs and symptoms information for Primary pulmonary hypertension has been gathered from various sources, may not be fully accurate, and may not be the full list of Primary pulmonary hypertension signs or Primary pulmonary hypertension symptoms. Furthermore, signs and symptoms of Primary pulmonary hypertension may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Primary pulmonary hypertension symptoms.
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