Pulmonary Hypertension? -

Hi, I have recently been diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension. I had a follow up with my cardiologist. So far it is not known if I have PRIMARY, or SECONDARY pulmonary hypertension. I am going tomorrow to have a transesophageal echocardiogram test performed to see if there might be a clot, or a hole in my heart that is causing the PH. My Question is, other than a hole in the heart, or a blood clot somewhere, does anyone know of any other causes that could be considered primary pulmonary hypertension, that could be ruled out/ possibly treated, before I would be Diagnoses as having Secondary PH??? I know I can find out most of this at my appointment. tomorrow, but I am just really nervous and curious as well (not about the procedure, but the outcome). I also wanted to know before-hand so that I can ask the doc questions before I am under sedation for the procedure. If anyone can help, I would greatly appreciate it.

~~The best website to research quickly and easily is www.webmd.com It has a wealth of information and by entering Pulmonary Hypertension you can bring up complete information to answer all your questions. I am so happy to hear you are getting the test done and hope your diagnoses is one which can corrected quickly and you have health and peace of mind. I will be thinking of you and wishing you all the very best! Take care and I hope you get the information you need to give you some relief tonight! Please take care!~~

Congestive left heart failure could lead to pulmonary hypertension and edema. Patent ductus arteriosus is another possibility.