What is the best heart centre
Many cardiovascular problems fall under the umbrella term of “heart disease.” While the terminology makes them easier to categorize, it can leave patients swimming in diagnostic information that isn’t applicable to their individual case. If you’ve made-or are in the process of making-an appointment at a local heart centre, and need additional information on heart failure (HF); this is an article you should read before seeing a specialist.
What is Heart Failure?
Heart failure is a condition that develops when your heart has been overworked for a prolonged period of time. There are several causes like long-term strenuous exercise and cardiomyopathy, but HBP and high cholesterol are the most common catalysts.
Hypertension increases the flow of blood through your heart. High cholesterol makes the blood thicker and more difficult to circulate normally. This will enlarge your heart muscle and weaken its walls. If undetected or left untreated; this leads to HF.
What are the Symptoms of HF?
When your heart can’t pump properly the lack of sufficient blood supply and build-up of blood in your heart can cause several symptoms.
Visit a heart centre immediately if you have any signs of HF:
· Shortness of breath
· Swelling in your extremities
· Bloating sensation
· Heart palpitations or bradycardia
· Difficulty breathing when lying down
Is there anything that can reduce the severity of HF symptoms?
A full treatment protocol should be developed with the assistance of your cardiac care team, but there are daily habits that can help manage your condition.
1. Weigh yourself every day before breakfast (your cardiologist will let you know what your heart healthy goal is).
2. Maximum fluid intake is 8 glasses daily.
3. Stick to a low-sodium diet.
4. Don’t drink or smoke and get some exercise daily.
5. Take all prescribed medications as directed.
Although the steps listed above will help manage HF, you should visit a heart centre regularly to monitor your condition and treatment.
Dr. Seldon, a Heart Doctor and Cardiologist in New York City, offers same day appointments and all testing is done on site. Call us at (212) 367-8000.
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