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Pulmonary hypertension
Elevated blood pressure in the lungs that can be a primary problem or due to other causes.
Is a type of:Lung diseases
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Very common | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | |||||
| Teenager14-18 | |||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
Body locations
Chest
Primary pulmonary hypertension
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Is pulmonary hypertension hereditary?
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