What is the scariest symptom of heart failure?
In your personal opinion, what is the scariest symptom or complication of heart failure?
Weakness
Hi Susan, I'm so sorry to learn that you experience weakness. Heart failure can have some rough symptoms. Do you feel weak often? -Lauren (Team member) Hi Susan, just checking in to see how you have been feeling. I hope that you are feeling on the up and up. All the best, Lauren (Team member)
My scariest symptom: I will be doing nothing, just sitting watching tv or reading, and all of a sudden become very dizzy and feel like I am going to pass out. It’s scary because I am not exerting myself in any way, but my body is acting as if I was.
Hello, finally I hear of someone else who has gotten dizzy just sitting down. It happened to me when I was in with the PA for my cardiologist but she didn't seem to concerned about it. Did you ever get an answer on why it happens to you?,
I hope it provides a small bit of comfort knowing you are not alone.
~Doreen (Team Member)
Heart attack
Hi there, thanks for joining the conversation. How long ago was your heart attack? How are you making out today? I hope you are doing well. -Lauren (Team member)
Having sudden chest pain and how to react especially when alone.
I have 2 questions A) what are the telling signs, of about having a stroke? B) Can HF just go away on it's own?Thanks for asking. Here's an article that lists the signs of a stroke. If you experience any of these, it's best to seek medical care right away. Better safe than sorry! For your other question, Heart failure rarely goes away on its own and is generally considered a progressive, chronic condition that requires lifelong medical management. It can however, be reversed or go into remission with appropriate treatment. If you haven't already, run these questions past your doctor. Since everyone is different, your doctor can best help you determine the treatment plan that is best for you. All the best, Kathy (Team member)
