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Treat blood pressure, diabetes and artery disease, quit tobacco and stay active.
Many cases of heart failure can be prevented or delayed by treating the conditions that cause it.
Treat the causes
Daily habits
If you already have a weak heart
Taking your medicines, getting vaccinated, weighing daily and attending follow-up can prevent flare-ups.
Know the early signs
Breathlessness, swelling and weight gain should prompt a check, and emergency symptoms need a call to 112 or 102.
Key point
Controlling blood pressure, blood sugar and heart attack risk prevents most heart failure.
Before your appointment
Bring your list of medicines and supplements, recent test reports such as echocardiogram, ECG and kidney tests, and your daily weight and blood pressure log. Note any breathlessness, swelling, night-time symptoms or reduced activity, and how much salt and fluid you take. Ask about warning signs and when to call 112 or 102.
Written By
Dr. Daksh
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Varun Gupta
MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on
27 Sep 2022 • 06:23 PM (IST)
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