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What are the symptoms of chf like?

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Variable: Ankle swelling, chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Usually: Edema, sob, fatigue for starters.

Answered 9/10/2013

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Chf symptoms: Classic: shortness of breath, esp when exercising or lying down. Waking up in night short of breath. Swelling in legs or abdominal bloating. Easy fatigue.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/29/2017

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