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Friday, 14 December 2007

Learning about heart failure:	What is heart failure? What causes heart failure? What are the symptoms of heart failure? What increases my risk for heart failure? When do I need to see my doctor? Who is affected by heart failure?
Being diagnosed:	How will my doctor diagnose heart failure? What is an echocardiogram? What are the different types of heart failure? Should I see a specialist?
Getting treatment:	How is heart failure treated? Which medicines will I need to take? Do I need a pacemaker? Do I need surgery?
Ongoing concerns:	How will my doctor monitor my heart failure? What is an acute flare-up of heart failure? What happens when I go to the doctor with an acute flare-up of heart failure? How often will I see my doctor? How do I avoid triggers for sudden heart failure?
Living with heart failure:	What lifestyle changes should I make? How do I take my medicines properly? How can I cut back on salt? How do I watch my fluids? Can I eat out when I am on a low-sodium diet? What type of exercise is safe when I have heart failure? How do I use oxygen at home?
End-of-life issues:	How can I prepare for end-of-life issues? How can I help my loved one make decisions about long-term care?

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Last Updated: September 01, 2006

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