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What Are The Best Things To Do When You Have Congestive Heart Failure

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Brockville, Ontario Canada
November 6
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

The heart rehab at the hospital was a great place for me to start. They were supportive and got me into a routine that I still try to maintain. Then I felt a bit lost and found this group. Lots of fine, supportive people and loads of good info. My Dr. was actually minimally helpful- too busy, assumed I already knew about all things cardiac although that was never my specialty.

November 7
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I will see about any resources in my area

November 9
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Take your medications on time
Eat a low-salt diet
Exercise
Those are my top three suggestions. We have a group for Heart failure. Find it under Groups on the main menu and join us we can help.

November 6
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

When you have congestive heart failure, there are several important steps you can take to manage your condition and improve your quality of life:

1. Medications:
- Take your medications exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Common medications include ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, diuretics, and others.

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When you have congestive heart failure, there are several important steps you can take to manage your condition and improve your quality of life:

1. Medications:
- Take your medications exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Common medications include ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, diuretics, and others.

2. Lifestyle Changes:
- Diet: Adopt a low-sodium diet to help manage fluid retention.
- Exercise: Engage in physical activity as recommended by your doctor. Start slow and monitor for any heart symptoms.
- Quit Smoking: If you smoke, quitting is crucial for heart health.
- Weight Management: Maintain a healthy weight to reduce strain on your heart.

3. Seek Support:
- Lean on friends, family, and support groups to help manage stress and stay motivated with lifestyle changes.

4. Monitor Symptoms:
- Be vigilant about symptoms like severe shortness of breath, chest pain, or rapid heartbeat, and seek medical attention if they occur.

5. Regular Check-ups:
- Keep up with regular doctor visits to monitor your condition and adjust treatments as necessary.

By following these steps, you can help manage your heart failure and improve your overall well-being.

November 6

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