A stubborn cough, shortness of breath, or swollen legs—are these just random symptoms, or could your body be trying to warn you about something more serious? In this powerful episode, Dr. Andrea McSwain explores the life-saving connection between the lungs, heart, and circulatory system. From the impacts of COPD and pulmonary hypertension to the risks of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), you'll learn why these symptoms should never be ignored. This episode covers: The heart-lung connection and why dysfunction in one affects the other When a cough or fatigue might signal heart failure—not asthma What your legs and a pulse oximeter can reveal about your health Dr. McSwain's personal story of losing her mother to a pulmonary embolism How functional medicine approaches root cause prevention Action steps to protect your circulation and overall health 👉 It's DVT Awareness Month, and this is an episode you don't want to miss. You'll walk away informed, empowered, and ready to take meaningful action for your health—or someone else's. 💊 This episode is sponsored by Vitality Health RX. Shop premium supplements at ShopVRX.com and use code FEELGREAT15 for 15% off your first order. 🎧 Join the Feel Better, Feel Great Membership for exclusive Q&A sessions, wellness coaching, and deeper dives into each topic. https://www.drmcswain.com/course/functional-wellness-membership — Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. Please consult your physician for personalized medical advice.

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