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CMG Cardiology is a specialty cardiovascular care practice featuring highly trained, compassionate heart and vascular medical specialists. Our experienced team provides comprehensive diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular services, advanced heart valve disease treatments, vascular procedures and electrophysiology services to address heart rhythm conditions.

Thousands of patients have put their hearts in our capable hands over the years. If you or a loved one suffers from or is at risk of cardiovascular disease, we can help.

Diagnostic Testing

The first step in your care process is to understand the nature of your disease so that we can diagnose your condition.
Electrophysiology

Cardiac Electrophysiology, is the study of the electrical activities of the heart, specifically for the purposes of diag...
General Cardiology

When our patients present with problems that may be cardiovascular in nature, we help determine the most likely diagnosi...
Heart Surgery

When the heart is functioning normally, the arteries are clear and open to allow for easy passage of blood through and o...
Interventional Cardiology

We help our patients improve blood flow in their arteries and veins by using very small tubes and specialized tools to d...
Structural Heart Disease

The highly trained surgeons and specialists at Carondelet Medical Group diagnose and treat structural heart disease. We ...

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Dmitry Familtsev, MD, PhD | General Cardiology
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What is Congestive Heart Failure?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that around 6.2 million adults in the U.S. experience congestive heart failure. CHF can be a life-threatening condition, so if you’re experiencing signs and/or symptoms of CHF, please consult a doctor as soon as possible for treatment options.

About Congestive Heart Failure

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a chronic condition that limits your heart’s capacity to pump enough blood to deliver the oxygen and blood that your body needs. Simply put, this condition makes it harder for your heart to perform its tasks.

Although sometimes referred to as simply “heart failure,” CHF is specifically the stage wherein fluids build up around the heart. This stage is what makes it harder for your heart to pump efficiently. Eventually, the heart tries to deliver enough blood and oxygen to the body by pumping faster, developing muscle mass and enlarging its size.

The body also tries to make up for heart failure by narrowing the blood vessels to keep the blood pressure up, as well as by diverting blood away from the brain, the heart and other organs and tissues like your kidneys.

Causes of Congestive Heart Failure

Some medical conditions cause wear and tear to the heart that may also lead to congestive heart failure. These conditions include:
  • Coronary artery disease
  • Diabetes
  • Heart muscle disease
  • High blood pressure
  • Obesity
  • Previous heart attack
  • Severe lung disease
  • Sleep apnea
  • Valvular heart disease

Symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure

The most common symptoms you may notice in the early stages of CHF include:
  • Fatigue
  • Increased urination, especially at night
  • Swelling in the ankles, feet and legs
  • Weight gain
Some symptoms that may indicate that the CHF has worsened include:
  • Cough
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Shortness of breath
  • Wheezing
For severe cases of CHF, you may experience the following:
  • Bluish skin
  • Chest pain
  • Fainting
  • Rapid breathing

Diagnosing Congestive Heart Failure

Based on your symptoms, your cardiologist or a heart specialist may perform a physical exam to help detect irregular heartbeat. To examine your blood vessels, chambers and heart valves, your doctor may also recommend the following tests:
  • Blood tests
  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Echocardiogram
  • Electrocardiogram (EGC or EKG)
  • MRI
  • Stress test

Treatment Options for Congestive Heart Failure

CHF cannot be cured, but your doctor may recommend treatment options that can help you manage your symptoms, prevent your condition from getting worse and help improve the quality of your life. Managing CHF usually involves:
  • Lifestyle changes
  • Reducing sodium intake
  • Regular exercise
  • Taking diuretics (to reduce fluid in the body)
  • Taking medications
  • Surgeries (i.e. heart transplant)

Final Thoughts

As mentioned, congestive heart failure can be life-threatening. If you’re seeing signs of this condition, please immediately schedule an appointment with your cardiologist for the early management of your symptoms and to prevent CHF from getting worse.

Thanks for reading! Stay healthy!

Sources:
American Heart Association
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Healthline