what is the clinical features of pulmonary hypertension?
Clinical Features of Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Pulmonary hypertension often develops gradually , and symptoms may be non-specific in the early stages. As the disease progresses, signs and symptoms reflect right-sided heart strain and reduced oxygenation . Symptoms (What the patient feels) Symptom Description Dyspnea (shortness of breath) Most common and early symptom ; worsens with exertion Fatigue Due to reduced cardiac output Chest pain or tightness Especially during exertion (may mimic angina) Palpitations Irregular heartbeats due to right atrial strain Syncope or dizziness Especially on exertion; due to low blood flow to the brain Edema Swelling in legs, ankles, feet—due to right heart failure Abdominal bloating or fullness Due to hepatic congestion (enlarged liver) Cough and hemoptysis (rare) May occur due to pulmonary artery rupture or infarct Signs (What is observed during examination) Sign Clinical Finding Loud P2 Acc...