Patient's question:
Always short of breath, sometimes dizzy, weak in body, after a thorough examination by the doctor, it was diagnosed as cor pulmonale. I want to know what are the symptoms of cor pulmonale?Doctor's answer:
The symptoms of cor pulmonale vary depending on the stage, and the specific details are as follows:1. Compensatory stage of cor pulmonale: The main symptoms are related to the underlying pulmonary disease, such as cough, sputum production, and shortness of breath. Additionally, patients may experience chest tightness, palpitations, and swelling in both lower legs after physical activity.
2. Decompensatory stage of cor pulmonale: The main symptoms are heart failure and respiratory failure.
- Symptoms of respiratory failure include shortness of breath, fatigue, insomnia, dizziness, headache, mental confusion, and even coma.
- Symptoms of heart failure include chest tightness and palpitations.