- Male
- 26 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm dealing with mild pulmonary hypertension and I'm really worried about how it might affect my lifespan since I know there's no cure. Is it possible that the echocardiogram 2D test might have given inaccurate results?
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The average survival rate is 1-5 years.
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
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