Heart failure and Cardiology tips

Heart failure, is a condition that develops when your heart doesn't pump enough blood.

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Causes of Heart Failure

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1. Smoking

2. Obesity

3. High Blood Pressure

4. Diabetes

5. Infections

6. Genetics

Conditions that overwork the heart.

High blood pressure Heart valve disease Thyroid disease Kidney disease Diabetes Heart defects

Thick Brush Stroke

Congestive Heart failure

Chest Pain ( especially during exertion )

Shortness of breath

Swelling of legs, hands and feet

Dizziness/Lightheadedness

Sudden weight gain

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Sudden fatigue or weakness

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Medium Brush Stroke

Types of Heart Failure

– Left-sided heart failure. – Right-sided heart failure. – Diastolic heart failure. – Systolic heart failure.

left sided heart failure

Right sided heart failure

Right-sided heart failure means that the right side of the heart is not pumping blood to the lungs as well as normal.

Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction

Healthy habits for heart failure

Quitting smoking Maintaining or losing weight Tracking your daily fluid intake Avoiding or limiting alcohol Eating a heart-healthy diet Being physically active Managing stress