Sponsored Content Provided by Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc. Fourteen years ago, I was diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). I didn’t initially understand the severity of my diagnosis; then my online research told me PAH was a death sentence. I knew I needed to fight to survive for my…
The new year is the time of resolutions, and for those with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), it can serve as a fresh start to reflect and make changes. Resolving to Want More What do you want to achieve in the year ahead? Taking time to think about what you want…
What are TYVASO and TYVASO DPI? TYVASO (treprostinil) Inhalation Solution and TYVASO DPI (treprostinil) Inhalation Powder are prescription medicines used in adults to treat: Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH; WHO Group 1), which is high blood pressure in the arteries of your lungs. TYVASO or TYVASO DPI can improve the ability…
Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a progressive disease that causes the blood vessels in your lungs to narrow. This can lead to fatigue and shortness of breath, symptoms that may limit your ability to do daily activities. Orenitram works differently than other oral PAH medications you may…
Those living with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) know that managing symptoms is important in everyday life. You’re likely familiar with Functional Class, a standard system that classifies how severe your PAH symptoms are when doing daily activities. There are four classes: Class 1: You are not overly fatigued or breathless…
United Therapeutics is a company on a mission to continuously advance the care for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Remodulin® has been a trusted method of PAH pump therapy for 20 years, but some patients have experienced challenges with fitting a pump into their daily lives. With Remunity®, patients…
November has come to an end and Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Awareness Month now waits another year to come back around for the general public. For PH patients and caregivers familiarity with the condition is not only confined to one month, of course. There is a continuous need for medical care,…
Starting a new treatment can feel intimidating, but you won’t face this challenge alone. You have resources to help you manage your pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Your healthcare provider will be there to help you prepare for side effects and ensure you get the most out of your PAH treatment.
Living with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) can be a real challenge. You may be frustrated by symptoms such as shortness of breath or feeling tired, which can limit your participation in daily activities. And because PAH is a progressive disease, you may find yourself becoming less active over time.
Finding the right medications as part of your treatment plan for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) may help improve your PAH symptoms while doing everyday activities. There are multiple classes of PAH medications, however, and knowing the difference between them can be difficult. What’s Happening in My Body That’s Causing PAH…
United Therapeutics is a company on a mission to continuously advance the care for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
Two important components in determining a treatment plan for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) are PAH risk status and PAH treatment guidelines. Whether you desire a more active lifestyle or a lessening of symptoms, your risk status can play an important role in achieving your goals. Knowing your risk status and…
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