Nowadays, from the youth to the elderly, the cases of heart failure are increasing rapidly. This situation does not come suddenly, but the body already starts giving some indications. Unfortunately, people avoid these signs as modest, which can prove to be fatal in future.
If you are associated with the family history of high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity or heart disease, then this information can be life saving for you. Dr. Varun Bansal, a cardiologist at Apollo Hospital, has given information about 7 such important symptoms, which are definitely seen in the body before heart failure.
Breathing is the most common symptom at the beginning of heart failure. If you start breathing again and again without working hard or feeling difficult to breathe, then it can be a warning that the heart is not pumping blood properly.
When the pumping capacity of the heart is reduced, adequate oxygen and nutrition do not reach other parts of the body. The result is frequent fatigue and physical weakness, especially after doing minor work.
When the efficiency of the heart is weak, fluid starts accumulating in the body. Its effect is first visible on the legs, ankles and abdomen. Sudden shoes are tight or stomach bloated can be serious signal.
During heart failure, the heartbeat becomes either very fast or very slow, which can make you feel restless and nervous. Many times the patient feels that there is some ‘beating’ in the chest or the heart is beating loudly.
When the heart becomes weak, digestion is also affected. The patient feels less hungry or feels full of stomach. Feeling like vomiting can also be a sign.
Heart failure does not provide enough blood supply to the brain, due to which problems like dizziness, confusion and memory loss can be seen. This symptom is especially visible in the elderly.
If the chest heaviness, pain or pressure is constantly felt, it may indicate that the risk of heart failure as well as heart attack has increased. In such a situation, seek emergency medical help immediately.
Dr. Varun Bansal says, "Symptoms of heart failure gradually increase and may become mild in the beginning. But if any of these 7 symptoms are constantly visible, do not ignore it. Immediately meet a cardiologist and get it checked. Heart failure can be prevented or controlled by timely treatment."
