Congestive Heart Failure

What Is Congestive Heart Failure

Congestive Heart failure occurs when your heart can no longer pump the necessary blood to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the body. Heart failure does not mean that the heart has stopped working entirely, only that it is not pumping as much blood as it should be. It is called “congestive” because blood returns to the heart in greater volumes than it can pump out, resulting in a congestion of liquids in the heart chambers. Congestive heart failure is most common in individuals above the age of 60. It is also linked to obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes.

What Causes Congestive Heart Failure

Risk Factors For Congestive Heart Failure

Diagnosing Congestive Heart Failure

Symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure

Prognosis

Living With Congestive Heart Failure

Screening

Prevention

Common Treatment

Complementary and Alternative Treatment

Care Guide

When To Contact A Doctor

Questions For Your Doctor

Questions For A Doctor

Resources