What Is Pulmonary Hypertension?

If you have pulmonary hypertension, it means you have high blood pressure in your pulmonary arteries, the blood vessels that carry blood from the right side of your heart through your lungs.

PH happens when tiny arteries in your lungs get narrow.

This higher pressure makes your heart work harder to pump Over time, your heart gets weak and starts to fail.

You may not have any symptoms at first, but it's really important to get treated quickly. So tell your doctor right away if you're short of breath, tired, dizzy, or have fainting spells, or if you have chest pain, fast heartbeat, or swelling in your feet or legs.

There is no cure yet, but there are things that can and using oxygen. PH is different for everybody, so talk to your doctor to find the best treatment for you.

Remember, catch it early, and treat it quickly to slow it down and help you feel better. [MUSIC PLAYING]