Heart failure is a condition in which the heart cannot pump enough blood. Coronary heart diseases, blood pressure, etc., are the causes of heart failure. Medications like ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, diuretics, etc., are used for the management of heart failure.
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I am diagnosed with congestive heart failure. What will be my life expectancy?
Query: Hello doctor, I am in my late twenties, with a history of occasional smoking and drinking (may be once in two weeks). I do active cardios four nights a week. Recently I got my regular body check-up done, and I was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. It has been said that heart function has been... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Try to adopt a healthy lifestyle, practice yoga, and meditation, and have more fruits and boiled vegetables. Also, avoid smoking and drinking. Thank you. Read Full »
How to get treated for the problem of heart failure present along with swollen feet?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 35 years old with a weight of 165 pounds and a height of five feet four inches. I suffer from swelling of foot on both legs for a month. Two years back, I got heart failure and I was in six weeks of confinement. I discontinued my treatment after few days. My last check-up was done la... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You got heart failure two years back and now, you suffer from swollen feet on both legs. You are taking medicines for it. Please mention the cause of heart failure. Please mention whether it was caused due to heart attack or dilated cardiomyopathy and myocarditis. Kindl... Read Full »
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