Can pulmonary hypertension be prevented?

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Although pulmonary hypertension is hereditary for some people, lifestyle changes such as eating right, daily exercise, and steering clear of smoking may be helpful in preventing you from developing pulmonary hypertension. Avoiding stress and birth control pills may also help to keep the disease from developing. It is also important to stay away from actions such as climbing or living in altitudes above 8,000 feet.

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High Blood Pressure Prevention

Making lifestyle changes can help reduce your blood pressure and decrease your risk for heart disease. Changing your dietary habits to reduce sodium, increase fresh produce and eat out less will help control high blood pressure. In addition to a healthy diet, exercise 30 to 60 minutes each day, quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption for blood pressure health.

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