Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing chest pain and tightness in my chest. The hospital examination indicated a respiratory disease, but the medication hasn't been very effective. Recently, my cough has worsened. How is cor pulmonale caused?Doctor's answer:
Cor pulmonale is generally caused by long-term lung diseases, such as chronic bronchitis and emphysema, leading to pulmonary artery hypertension, which in turn results in heart disease. When treating this condition, the first priority is to address the lung disease, such as emphysema or pneumonia, by using antibacterial and anti-inflammatory medications promptly. Then, coordination is necessary because cor pulmonale can lead to conditions like heart failure, and medications to support heart health and improve cardiac function can be used in conjunction.