- Shortness of breath
- Limb swelling
- Weight gain, especially in the abdomen
- Fatigue
- Palpitations
- Chest pain
- Cough
- Weight loss
- Loss of consciousness
Others may experience minor symptoms that don’t alter for years. Others may experience shortness of breath that gradually worsens.
Diagnosis
Your doctor and you may discuss any symptoms you are experiencing that could be related to congestive heart failure. Some laboratory works to check for common causes include blood test, urinalysis, thyroid function test, lipid profile, electrolytes, cardiac enzymes, proBNP measurement, troponin I, 12 L ECG, etc.
The best approach to detect it is with an ultrasound of your heart, also known as echocardiography. There is no pain or risk involved. it examines the heart’s size, muscle thickness, and pumping performance.
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