The Shocking Truths Behind Heart Failure: Don't Fall for These Misconceptions!

Heart failure (HF) is a condition where the heart muscle cannot pump enough blood.

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Coronary artery disease (CAD) and heart attacks are major causes of reduced heart function leading to HF.

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Other factors such as faulty heart valves, chronic blood pressure, or genetic disease can also contribute to HF.

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HF results in symptoms like fatigue, shortness of breath, excessive coughing, ankle swelling, and abdominal bloating.

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HF can make everyday activities like walking or climbing stairs difficult.

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In India, 50 percent of heart failure cases in men occur before the age of 50, and women have higher mortality rates from cardiac disease.

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HF does not mean the heart has stopped working; it is characterized by specific signs and symptoms.

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Medicines and devices are available to manage HF and improve outcomes.

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HF is distinct from a heart attack; it is the heart's inability to efficiently pump blood, while a heart attack is caused by a blockage in the blood supply to the heart.

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HF can be managed with the right treatment, regular consultations with a cardiologist, like implantable defibrillators, cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT), heart transplants, or ventricular assist devices (VADs).

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