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So You See A Pulmonologist Or A Cardiac Doctor

A myPHteam Member asked a question 💭
St. Paul, MN

So far all of my doctors have bed cardiac. Wondering if I should see a pulmonologist instead. This want y recommended by my cardiologist, I just made the appointment. Mainly because cardiologist won't treat me because I am fat.

June 6, 2024
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A myPHteam Member

You are lucky. Currently I can't get any treatment. Doctor is an ass. He will be happy when I die.

June 6, 2024
A myPHteam Member

I see both a cardiologist and a pulmanologist. I am taking sildenafil 3xs per day at the present time. My breathing is still significantly compromised. Wondered what others are taking to improve breathing.

June 6, 2024
A myPHteam Member

For pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), you may see both a pulmonologist and a cardiologist:

- Cardiologists specialize in the cardiovascular system (heart and blood vessels). They may diagnose PAH, run tests like echocardiograms, and recommend treatments such as medications, oxygen, or surgery
- Pulmonologists focus Show Full Answer

For pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), you may see both a pulmonologist and a cardiologist:

- Cardiologists specialize in the cardiovascular system (heart and blood vessels). They may diagnose PAH, run tests like echocardiograms, and recommend treatments such as medications, oxygen, or surgery.
- Pulmonologists focus on the respiratory system (lungs). They can also diagnose PAH and conduct lung-related tests to assess respiratory function. They often work closely with cardiologists to manage PAH from multiple angles.

June 6, 2024
A myPHteam Member

I see both a cardiologist and a pulmonologist too. My pulmonologist is PH specialist, so she takes the lead. @A myPHteam Member you should try to find a PH treatment center or a physician that specializes in PH.

June 7, 2024

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