Congestive Heart Failure Symptoms

It is important to realize that the symptoms each individual experiences may vary. The severity of those symptoms may also vary from individual to individual. In addition, a single individual may at some times experience quite different symptoms, or different degrees of severity in their symptoms. There are some symptoms that are more commonly associated with congestive heart failure. The presence or absence of these congestive heart failure symptoms should not be considered to be evidence that an individual has or does not have congestive heart failure. For medical treatment, diagnosis, or advice consult a qualified doctor.

In some cases congestive heart failure symptoms may include congested lungs. Congestion of the lungs may result in shortness of breath and / or a dry, hacking cough. Among the other common congestive heart failure symptoms are general fluid and water retention. This is often caused by reduced blood flow to the kidneys. In addition reduced blood flow to your other major organs and muscles can result in an overall weakness, confusion or dizziness. The heart-rate may also change. It may increase or it may become irregular.  

The severity of the symptoms may be linked to the weakness of the heart and the overall health of your body. In some cases symptoms may diminish or seem to completely disappear. That does not necessarily the condition has been completely corrected. Among the most successful treatments are preventative measures. There are treatment plans that are used to prevent the condition from developing in those that are at risk. Likewise plans can be used to slow progression of congestive heart failure once it has been detected.  

The results of congestive heart failure can be deadly if the condition is not treated. This condition is yet another of the many that benefit from early detection and treatment. A healthy lifestyle can help to protect most people from developing the condition. Your doctor can supply you with more complete information about lifestyle options that are healthy for you. In addition they should be able to help you identify your risk factor and plan a treatment plan if the condition is diagnosed.