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https://youtu.be/xOoH05vGUU0 In this video from GSK, Iain Armstrong, the chairman of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association U.K., talks about pulmonary hypertension (PH) and some of the difficulties PH patients face when it comes to diagnosis. MORE: What exactly is pulmonary hypertension? Armstrong explains that it is…

If someone you love has been diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension, you may be concerned about how to best care for them and what you need to do to ensure they maintain a good quality of life. You will become an integral part of their healthcare team which may be challenging at times. We’ve compiled a…

If breathing becomes too labored for a pulmonary hypertension patient and the level of oxygen in their blood becomes too low, they may be advised to begin oxygen therapy. MORE: How pulmonary hypertension is managed. Doctors can prescribe oxygen therapy for when the patient most needs it, usually during exercise or…

Having a service dog can greatly enhance the life of someone living with a chronic disease. They allow patients to regain some of their independence by helping with small everyday tasks like opening and closing doors, fetching meds, acting as a prop or support as their owner stands, switching on lights and attracting attention…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFoHXjctiZE In this video from GSK, Iain Armstrong, the chairman of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association U.K., talks about how pulmonary hypertension (PH) is managed. MORE: What to know about pulmonary hypertension and lung transplants. Armstrong, who is also a nurse consultant, shares that he’s been working…

Familial pulmonary hypertension (or hereditary pulmonary hypertension) accounts for around 5 percent of cases. It is also known as primary pulmonary hypertension. MORE: The pathophysciology of pulmonary arterial hypertension.  The disease occurs three times more often in women than men and can develop at any age. It is often difficult…

Lung transplant is usually considered the last option for those with pulmonary hypertension, but if a patient fails to respond to medications, they may be eligible for the procedure. Viable lungs usually come from either patients with no brain function or those who have recently deceased (cadaver). According to the Pulmonary…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpUNgYbsQms If you have a chronic illness, you know just how much energy it takes to complete your daily chores and common household tasks. In this video from newlifeoutlook, Jennifer shares some practical tips to help make life a little easier for anyone suffering from a chronic illness. MORE: Three travel…

For pulmonary hypertension patients who are not responding to treatment and whose condition is getting progressively worse, a lung transplant or a heart and lung transplant may be an option. A successful transplant can significantly improve a PH patient’s quality of life and extend their life expectancy, however, transplant patients…

Gentle exercise has many health benefits, particularly for anyone suffering from a chronic illness. In this video, personal trainer Ryan Krane demonstrates some simple exercises that can help counter the effects of chronic fatigue. MORE: Three travel considerations if you have a lung disease.

A one-year-old girl with pulmonary hypertension has become the youngest patient to receive a double lung transplant in Japan. MORE: Seven common questions about pediatric pulmonary hypertension.  According to the Japan Times, the procedure was performed last week at the Okayama University Hospital when a six-year-old boy’s organs…

Service dogs are typically thought of as necessary companions for the visually impaired, but service and therapy dogs can be a practical solution for people with a variety of chronic illnesses. As well as being a trusted friend, service dogs can expand owners’ motor abilities, granting them new independence and allowing them…