Pregnancy & PH

As a woman diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension, it can be devastating to be told you shouldn’t go through pregnancy – and it’s something many find difficult to discuss. In a bid to help others, PHA UK member Bisma Hussain – a counsellor who has lived with PH for five years – explains how she has come to accept her circumstances.

Giving you information to make a decision that is right for you, your partner and your situation – and to feel confident enough to start conversations with your healthcare team as early as possible.

Helping you understand why women with PH are advised they shouldn’t have children.

What happens if you find yourself unexpectedly pregnant with pulmonary hypertension?