Congested Heart Failure Symptoms And Distended Neck Veins
Health Encyclopedia: Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy - dilated
Symptoms
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Swelling of feet and ankles -
Swelling of the abdomen - Pronounced neck veins
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Loss of appetite -
Shortness of breath , especially with activity - Shortness of breath which occurs after lying down for a while
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Fatigue ,weakness ,faintness - Sensation of feeling the heart beat (
palpitations ) -
Pulse may feel ...
Expert & Community Posts
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Health Guide
Congestive Heart Failure Patient Guide
...Blockers (ATB)that work in a fashion similar to ACE inhibitorsVasodilators, such as hydralazine, which dilate the blood vessels and reduce the heart's workload.Beta blockers (e.g., carvedilol,... Read more »Congestive Heart Failure Symptoms
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Doctorscan often make a preliminary diagnosis of heart failureby medical history and careful physical examination.The medical history risks for heart failure include:HypertensionDiabetesPoor... Read more »Images
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