There are many people who develop congestive heart failure as they age that may not have led a lifestyle associated with behaviors that increase the risk for cardiovascular disease. But what we do know from widely publicized reports is that, in Taylor's case, years of challenges with weight ...
In general, about half of all people diagnosed with congestive heart failurewill survive five years. About 30% will survive for 10 years. In patients who receive a heart transplant, about 21% of patients are alive 20 years later. What happens at the end with heart failure? Heart failure wo...
When people talk about congestive heart failure life expectancy, they are usually referring to those in Stage D, where most traditional therapies have been unsuccessful and the condition has become more advanced. Although it is improving withnew and more effective treatments, it’s still not a gre...
Stage B patients of congestive heart failure usually have an enlarged left ventricle which is dysfunctional. This enlarged left ventricle is the main cause of some serious ailments that may have developed or have the chances of occurring in the later stages of life. Stage C One of the major s...
Congestive heart failure: This can make you retain water. Chronic kidney disease or a kidney injury: When damaged, your kidneys may have a harder time balancing sodium and water levels in the body. Advanced liver disease (cirrhosis): This can cause fluid to build up and dilute the blood. ...
may not move through your body properly. Fluid may build up and cause swelling and trouble breathing. This is known as congestive heart failure. Heart failure is a long-term condition that tends to get worse over time. It is important to manage your health to improve your quality of life....
The author reflects on what can be learned from the study on the association of trastuzumab with congestive heart failure among women treated outside clinical trials. She examines the median follow-up time, and the design of treatment and comparison arms in randomized controlled trials. She discuss...
Heart Failure Heart failure, also known as congestive heart failure, has several possible causes includinghigh blood pressureand blocked arteries. It is the weakening and stiffening of your heart. It may come on gradually or suddenly. Treatment for heart failure depends on the cause. Sometimes, ch...
In addition to liver disease, congestive heart failure and other cardiac problems are potential causes. Congestive heart failure occurs when the heart becomes too weak to efficiently pump blood throughout the body. As the pumping action of the heart decreases, fluid begins to accumulate in the abd...
nutrient called coenzyme Q10 and it’s like a vitamin-like substance. As your body makes less [xx] tissues can’t make the amount of energy they normally have available and so it sets the stage for congestive heart failure, and high blood pressure, and Parkinson’s Disease, and other ...