Heart Failure
01Symptoms
Common signs and symptoms associated with Heart Failure include:
- Breathlessness, on exertion or when lying flat
- Swelling of the legs, ankles or feet
- Persistent fatigue and weakness
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat
- Reduced ability to exercise
- Waking at night short of breath
02Causes & Risk Factors
- Coronary artery disease and previous heart attack
- Long-standing high blood pressure
- Heart valve disease
- Abnormal heart rhythms such as atrial fibrillation
- Diseases of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy)
- Diabetes
03When To See A Cardiologist
See a cardiologist if you have increasing breathlessness, leg swelling or fatigue that limits your daily activities. Early diagnosis allows treatment to begin sooner and protects your heart function. Sudden severe breathlessness is an emergency, call 995.
04Treatment Approaches At CCI
The first step in managing heart failure is to find out the cause and extent of the problem. This is followed by medications that ease the heart’s workload and improve its function, alongside treatment of the underlying cause and lifestyle support. Some patients benefit from implantable cardiac devices such as a cardiac resynchronization, conduction system pacing, and implantable defibrillator (ICD). With the right treatment, heart function can often be improved. Dr Lee provides ongoing, structured therapy and monitoring to keep the condition stable and reduce complication.
05Diagnostic Tests & Procedures
Tests and treatments Dr Lee may recommend for this condition:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is heart failure the same as a heart attack?
No. A heart attack is a sudden blockage of blood flow to the heart. Heart failure is a longer-term reduction in the heart’s pumping ability, though a heart attack can lead to it.
Can you live a normal life with heart failure?
Many people with well-managed heart failure live active lives. Treatment, monitoring and lifestyle adjustments make a significant difference.
Get A Specialist Heart Assessment
Early diagnosis makes a real difference. Book a consultation with Dr Lee Chee Wan at Cardiac Centre International.
Book An Appointment