Question 1

what does severe pulmonary hypertension means?

Accepted Answer

Very high pressure: "severe pulmonary hypertension" means that the blood pressure in the lungs is very high. This is different than "systemic hypertension, " which is high blood pressure in the vessels of the body. The concept, however, is the same. 

There are a number of causes of this pulmonary hypertension, and when very severe, it can cause significant disease. This should be followed closely by a specialist.

Question 2

what class of pulmonary hypertension do i have if it was caused by severe pulmonary hypertension?

Accepted Answer

It depends: The "class" of pulmonary hypertension typically refers to how much it affects your ability to carry out daily activities.  Both nyha and who have classes of pulmonary hypertension.  Class i=no symptoms with normal activity.  Class iv=symptoms even at rest.  "severe" pulmonary hypertension more typically refers to the height of pressure elevation.

Question 3

suffering frm pulmonary koch's frm past 4 months. proper treatment is going on. severe coughing started again while undergoing treatment even. reason?

Accepted Answer

Tuberculosis: Pulmonary tuberculosis (Koch's disease) can be very difficult to treat. Worsening condition or rupture of an infected area into your lung can trigger bouts of worsened cough. Ensuring that you are on the right treatment (usually this  requires multiple drugs) is important.

Question 4

can my asthma be severe even with normal pulmonary function tests?  can my asthma give an elevated temperature?

Accepted Answer

Yes and No: When asthma is controlled, there should be normal lung function tests.  Even individuals with mild asthma can have severe attacks (with decreased lung function) and even die from asthma.  During an asthma attack, fever is not a typical finding unless an infection such as a virus is the trigger.  Other causes of asthma attacks are allergies, exercise, smoke/irritants, and sinus infections.

Question 5

can you tell me the management options for a 17 day old neonate with severe(ppg 115mmhg) pulmonary valvular stenosis?

Accepted Answer

Surgical options: If the baby has had an evaluation for congenital heart disease and structural problems with the heart, the nicu may discuss surgical correction options with you. In addition, there are medications which can temporarily treat the baby to allow growth prior to surgery.

Question 6

is severe pulmonary hypertension generally considered to be life-threatening in a 90 year old, especially if it is untreated?

Accepted Answer

It can be life threa: It can be life threatening if not treated.The treatment depends on the cause and most may need oxygen if it is due to chronic lung disease and other appropriate treatment by your doctors.
Those with primary pulmonary hypertension in which no cause is found it is usually treated with drugs
there is no cure and if not treated and severe it can be life threatening, 
especially at age of 90.

Question 7

if severe pulmonary hypertension is discovered in an elderly person then what, if anything, should be done to treat it?  should the condition be monitored and how would this be done?

Accepted Answer

Certain diagnosis: If pah is suspected. A person has to be able to undergo the real test which is left and right heart catheterization or at least with proper exclusion of other possibilities. Next is to consider the treatments available and the diseases in the person. Is there contraindication to the medicines? If not then give the medicines, if approved by the insurance, including o2, all in all very expensive.

Question 8

can  severe and long term acid reflux lead to pulmonary fibrosis?

Accepted Answer

Unknown, unlikely: While some studies have shown improvement in lung function in pulmonary fibrosis patients who have surgical correction of acid reflux, none have proven, or even suggested, that this is a cause of pulmonary fibrosis.  Yet.

Question 9

does my blood oxygen level make a difference in how severe my pulmonary fibrosis is?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The severity of your pulmonary fibrosis affects your blood oxygen levels. Areas that are fibrosed do not absorb as much oxygen as healthy lung tissue.

Question 10

how could i lose weight with pulmonary hypertension, my exercising is limited due to severe breathing problem?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonary rehab: Most hospitals have a pulmonary rehab program. These are exercise programs monitored by a pulmonary physician . The patient are exercised with respiratory therapist present to teach breathing techniques and adjust oxygen.

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Can my asthma be severe even with normal pulmonary function tests? can my asthma give an elevated temperature?

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Can you tell me the management options for a 17 day old neonate with severe(ppg 115mmhg) pulmonary valvular stenosis?

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Is severe pulmonary hypertension generally considered to be life-threatening in a 90 year old, especially if it is untreated?

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If severe pulmonary hypertension is discovered in an elderly person then what, if anything, should be done to treat it? should the condition be monitored and how would this be done?

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