CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE INFO

Congestive heart failure or (CHF) is a condition that afflicts thousands of Americans. My father suffered from (CHF), even though he didn’t pass away from it. If you or a loved one suffers from (CHF), then read this section of my site completely. The reason for this is because the definition of (CHF), the signs to look for, what organs are affected and what causes it are all revealed here.

What Is (CHF)?

(CHF) or better known, as heart failure is a condition in which the heart can’t pump enough blood to the body’s other organs. A heart with (CHF) keeps beating, but not as efficiently as its prior abilities. If you have congestive heart failure, then you might feel a shortness of breath or a tired feeling when exerting yourself through exercise.

As the blood flow from out of the heart becomes compromised, the blood returning to the heart by way of the veins backs up and causes swelling. The swelling occurs in the legs and ankles, but can manifest in other parts of the body. For example, a person lying down may experience shortness of breath due to the fluid collecting in the lungs.

What Are The Signs Of Congestive Heart Failure?

-Swollen ankles

-Difficulty breathing

-Weight gain as fluid accumulates

What Organs Are Affected By Congestive Heart Failure?

-The lungs due to build up of fluid

-Kidneys because (CHF) compromises the way the kidneys dispose of water and sodium.

What Causes (CHF)?

-An infection of the heart valves and or heart muscle itself endocarditis and or myocarditis

-High blood pressure

-Heart defects present at birth

-Narrowed arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle

-The effects of rheumatic fever on heart valves causing heart valve disease -A heart attack that occurred in the past that produced scar tissue that compromises the hearts normal work.

(CHF)is a condition that afflicts people on a pandemic level. As new information about this condition is discovered, I will reveal it here.

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This page was created March 15, 2008.

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