Common "congestive heart failure" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Congestive Heart Failure

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) is a chronic cardiac condition, where the heart is unable to pump sufficient blood to fulfill the needs of your body. There is fluid build up around the heart, which makes the pumping of the heart insufficient. The symptoms are lung congestion, wheezing, water retention, bloating, swollen ankles, fainting, etc.

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How can an individual with CHF manage sodium intake?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Understanding how sodium intake affects your grandmother's congestive heart failure (CHF) and managing it effectively is crucial.

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Dr. Raveendran. S. R

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