Coping with Heart Failure...According to the Merriam Webster Dictionary, “cope” means to deal with and attempt to overcome problems and difficulties. For some, coping can...
Coronary Artery Disease, Part I: We Have a Problem...Editor's note: This is part 1 of a series. Be sure to check out part 2! My paternal grandfather died of heart...reactionscomments
Coronary Artery Disease, Part II: You’ve Had a Heart Attack, Mr. Jones...Editor's note: This is the second article in a two-part series. The first is "Coronary Artery Disease, Part I: We Have a...reactions1comment
Why Would You See a Respiratory Therapist in the ER as a Person with Heart Failure?...As a respiratory therapist, I have a clear role in helping patients with heart failure. So, at what point would I be...reactions2comments
Now Closed: Heart-Failure.net 2025 Scary Symptoms Giveaway!...The Heart-Failure Scary Symptoms Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! It’s October, which means it is spooky season. While...reactions4comments
Types of Cardiologists...Most of us know that our cardiologist is the one that helps us with our heart issues. But what you may not...reactions5comments
Cardiac Catheterization and Stents/Coronary Artery Bypass...Cardiac catheterization is both a diagnostic and procedural technique used to help cardiologists identify how well the heart is working. It is...
Surgery for Heart Failure...After a heart failure (HF) diagnosis, your doctor will try to find the cause. This can help suggest the right treatment for...
Your Healthcare Team: Doctors Who Diagnose and Treat Heart Failure...Heart failure (HF) is a syndrome with signs and symptoms caused by the heart not functioning properly. HF can affect the length...
Community Shares: Most Bothersome Symptoms of Heart Failure...Living with a chronic illness like heart failure brings many struggles. The impact of symptoms on daily life is significant. It can...reactions4comments
Understanding Ejection Fraction...Receiving a diagnosis of heart failure often means learning a new medical language, and one of the most important terms you'll encounter...reactionscomments
About Us...At Heart-Failure.net we empower people living with this chronic health condition and caregivers to take control of heart failure by providing a...
Symptoms: Poor Appetite and Nausea...Many symptoms of heart failure (HF) are easy to recognize. For example, shortness of breath, swelling, and getting tired easily are all...
Recognizing the Symptoms of Heart Failure: A Comprehensive Guide...During heart failure (HF), the heart struggles to pump blood effectively. In early stages of HF, you might not notice any symptoms...reactions10comments
Most Commonly Experienced Heart Failure Symptoms...Life with heart failure can look different from person to person. Severity, type of heart failure, and treatment plans can all vary...reactionscomments
Nausea and Vomiting in Heart Failure...Loss of appetite and nausea are potential symptoms that people with heart failure (HF) experience. It can relate to a feeling of...reactions13comments
Why Are You Short of Breath? What a Respiratory Therapist Needs to Know...I work in a hospital as a respiratory therapist. I take care of anyone who is short of breath. If you come...reactions1comment
What To Expect In The ER...I am a respiratory therapist with 25 years experience. A good part of my job involves working in the emergency room (ER)...reactions2comments
A Respiratory Therapist's Role in Managing Heart Failure...I'm a respiratory therapist in a small town hospital. And I’ve been writing here in this community since its inception in February...reactionscomments
What is the Watchman?...In my role as a respiratory therapist, I often conduct EKGs at the hospital. During a recent session with a kind gentleman...reactions11comments
