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Newly Diagnosed: Tests, Tests, and More Tests: What is PH Diagnostic Testing Telling my Doctors?
July 31, 2017
All the testing that goes into a correct PH diagnosis can be overwhelming! This webinar reviewed and dissected many of the clinical tests that are used in the diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension, including: echocardiogram, right heart cardiac catheterization, pulmonary function testing, sleep studies, and other laboratory tests. The session also discussed the risks and benefits of the testing, as well as how all the information is used to unravel different diagnoses of pulmonary hypertension.
Women with PH: Intimacy
July 31, 2017
During this webinar, Amy Kimber, RN, APNP, from Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin and Dr. Ioana Preston from Tufts University School of Medicine addressed ways that a pulmonary hypertension (PH) diagnosis can affect a woman’s personal life, identity relationships with others and how they can navigate these changes. Everyone experiences uncertainty and changes with their body image as well as emotional and sexual relationships. Adding a chronic medical illness can be challenging, so women should know that they can take control and be empowered in their lives. Discussion covered how you can better recognize thoughts and feelings about these changes and how to become comfortable in your skin with PH.
Men with PH: Specific Issues for Men Diagnosed with PH
July 31, 2017
During this webinar, Mr. Voner presented a patient story to highlight the unique ways men can experience diagnosis and living with PH. Audience members will learn how PH and the different treatment options can affect them physically and will also come away with a better understanding of how PH may impact others facets of their lives. Finally, strategies will be presented to help men with PH learn to adapt to these physical, mental and social challenges.
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