Question 1

i have congestive heart failure and the diuretic i take is no longer working. what other options are the to avoid water rent emotion?

Accepted Answer

Go see your doctor: You didn't mention your specific diuretic but there are several from which to choose. Sometimes we use 2 from 2 different classes. You should also make sure that you're taking other appropriate medications such as ace inhibitor (or arb), beta blocker, spironolactone, perhaps digoxin (no mortality benefit), BiDil etc. Check w/nutritionist re avoiding salt. Keep track of daily weight. Good luck!

Question 2

how much water intake should i have if i have congestive heart failure?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Most people with mild to moderate CHF do not need to restrict their water intake. If your serum sodium falls below 130, free water intake must be reduced. Btw, you'll live longer with CHF if you stop smoking. :).

Question 3

how does water effect congestive heart failure?

Accepted Answer

It should be limited: Free water restriction in the latter stages of heart failure is a method to prevent development or the worsening of hyponatremia (low sodium levels).  It is of limited value admittedly.  Overall, if one is dependent on diuretics, he/she should not drink "plenty of water".

Question 4

i was diagnosed yesterday with acute mild congestive heart failure and need to know if i can still drink 1-2 glasses of red wine.?

Accepted Answer

If your heart failur: E is caused by alcohol, no. Even if not, still probably a bad idea!

Question 5

if you have congestive heart failure.......would that be seen in an echocardiogram at rest? if not, what tests or such can detect then.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Normal, non-stress echocardiogram is an excellent way to evaluate heart function & efficiency, specifically left ventricular ejection fraction (lvef). Systolic dysfunction is the most common form of heart failure w/low lvef. Diastolic dysfunction is much less common form of heart failure w/normal lvef. Chest xray will reveal decompensated heart failure once fluid starts backing up into lungs.

Question 6

is it dangerous to stop taking a diuretic if you have congestive heart failure and high blood pressure and edema in legs?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Stopping diuretics may worsen heart failure, high blood pressure, leg swelling and cause fluid in your lungs. There may be a few indications to hold your diuretics. But always discuss with your physician first before making any medication changes.

Question 7

i have congestive heart failure. can i safely use a netty pot?

Accepted Answer

: There is no reason to think a saline rinse of your nose would affect your CHF.

Question 8

i have congestive heart failure with an ejection fraction of 20% and 8 weeks pregnant is it a possibility that i can go through this pregnancy and be ok?

Accepted Answer

Chf: It is possible, you need to work with your docs and follow the program closely. This is a high risk situation but with some luck and skill you can succeed.

Question 9

i have congestive heart failure my doctor says i hav one and three fourths arteries blocked and put me on medication and wont do anything else what would you recomend?

Accepted Answer

Cannot say for sure: It depends on you overall health and the function of your heart .Having heart failure can limit your options.

Question 10

i have congestive heart failure and fluid build up and just started coughing up blood and phlem?

Accepted Answer

Go to ER: Congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and now feel like fluid build up with coughing up blood-- suggests exacerbation of CHF and possible added pneumonia. Coughing up blood is related to all above and added effect of blood thinner that you are probably taking. Need to be seen urgently for direct care.

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How much water should you drink if you have congestive heart failure

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I have congestive heart failure and the diuretic i take is no longer working. what other options are the to avoid water rent emotion?

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How much water intake should i have if i have congestive heart failure?

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How does water effect congestive heart failure?

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I was diagnosed yesterday with acute mild congestive heart failure and need to know if i can still drink 1-2 glasses of red wine.?

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If you have congestive heart failure.......would that be seen in an echocardiogram at rest? if not, what tests or such can detect then.

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Is it dangerous to stop taking a diuretic if you have congestive heart failure and high blood pressure and edema in legs?

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I have congestive heart failure. can i safely use a netty pot?

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I have congestive heart failure with an ejection fraction of 20% and 8 weeks pregnant is it a possibility that i can go through this pregnancy and be ok?

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I have congestive heart failure my doctor says i hav one and three fourths arteries blocked and put me on medication and wont do anything else what would you recomend?

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I have congestive heart failure and fluid build up and just started coughing up blood and phlem?

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