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I have pulmonary hypertension from clots my c-pap makes my chest hurt, should i stop using it?
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No: Sleep apnea makes pulmonary HTN worse due to low oxygen levels at night. Work with your doctor to find a solution for your CPAP problems.
Answered 6/10/2014
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