How to Manage Pulmonary Hypertension

People living with Pulmonary Hypertension, a continuous high blood pressure inside the lungs that weakens the heart over time, tend to face daily challenges as well as life threatening situations. To manage Pulmonary Hypertension it is essential to follow these five steps.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• A ph specialist, a nurse co-ordinator, and a support group.

1. You must be monitored by a specialist at all times. Keep your appointments and always follow your doctor's advice.

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   Always be prepared. Keep emergency numbers beside your phone and always let someone know where you are in case you find yourself in a life threatening situation. Your life depends on it. If you drive, make sure your car is in tip top shape so it doesn't break down on you.

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   Flolan, an epoprostenol drug.

   If you are taking Flolan, an epoprostenol drug to treat your condition, have a back up cassette handy at all times and always keep it cold. Make sure you have someone who can help you when you don't feel like mixing.

4. Maintain a healthy life style. Stop smoking, lower your salt intake, and watch your cholesterol.

5. Stay active. If you can walk for fifteen minuets a day, do it. Keeping your body strong is also important.

Tips & Warnings

• Always wash your hands.
• Stay in a clean and healthy environment.
• Stay away from cigarette smoke and other hazardous materials.
• Know your limit. Don't over do it.
• Rest when you need to.
• Always expect the unexpected.
• Never start an exercise program without consulting with your doctor first.
• Do not take over the counter medications containing pseudo ephedrine. If you're not sure, call your doctor.

[Felicia822]

on 4/11/2009 Very helpful article on managing pulmonary hypertension, thanks! RRC 5*

[jcoolcash11]

on 4/6/2009 Nice article, well written thank you

[simplykinaba]

on 4/5/2009 Thank you for this very informative article on how to manage pulmonary hypertension.

[dmd1984]

on 4/4/2009 Nice article, well written.