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Where can i find reliable information about pulmonary hypertension? i was recently diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension, likely caused by emphysema and sleep apnea.

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Dr. Laura McMullen answered

Below : Below i've listed 3 websites from reliable sources explaining pulmonary hypertension. I hope this helps!

Dr Burger agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Charles Burger answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Critical Care

PH Association : The pulmonary hypertension association is an outstanding resource for patients and their caregivers. The website link is: www.Phassociation.Org.

Answered 4/24/2015

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Dr. Arnon Rubin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Pha association: A good place to start is http://www.Phassociation.Org/.

Dr Werner agreed

Answered 7/1/2017

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A member asked:

Where can i find reliable information about pulmonary hypertension? i was recently diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension, likely caused by emphysema and sleep apnea.

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Laura McMullen answered

Dr Burger agreed

Dr. Charles Burger answered

Dr. Arnon Rubin answered

Dr Werner agreed

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