What Is Cor Pulmonale?
Article Sources
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10. When to See a Doctor
If you suspect that a loved one has cor pulmonale, advise him or her to seek medical treatment. Signs to mention to the doctor include any sudden weight loss or lack of interest in food and a bluish or yellowish tint to the skin.3Leong, Derek et al. Cor Pulmonale. MedScape (2019). https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/154062-overview
If you already have a chronic lung disease, it may be difficult to discern whether you are experiencing symptoms of cor pulmonale.3Leong, Derek et al. Cor Pulmonale. MedScape (2019). https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/154062-overview However, if your symptoms have changed or worsened, you should call your doctor, especially if you cough up blood or feel tightness in your chest.3Leong, Derek et al. Cor Pulmonale. MedScape (2019). https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/154062-overview
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