heart problem my 45 yr old mom has idiopathic pulmonary hypertension and stage 3 heart failure along with sleep apnia she has been habing a very hard time breathing the past two days more than normal. im getting very worried but she says theres no need what do you think
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely worry and concern about your mothers breathing difficulty. She is having idiopathic Pulmonary hypertension (PH) and sleep apnea. Both these can cause right sided heart failure and this can cause Pulmonary edema and breathing difficulty. If not treated promptly, this can lead to serious complications. So better to consult pulmonologist and start treatment for PH and sleep apnea. She may need diuretic, anti PH Chat Doctor.  So, don't wait at home, take her to the hospital and start treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your mother. Thanks.