Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

Swelling in your legs and feet can be a warning sign of congestive heart failure. At the office of Dr. Sandeep Singh, MD, comprehensive care is available for individuals who need help managing congestive heart failure and for those at risk. Dr. Singh and the experienced cardiology team take an integrative approach to managing additional symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath so you enjoy a higher quality of life. Call the Mesquite or Greenville, Texas, office to schedule a congestive heart failure consultation or book an appointment online today. 

What is congestive heart failure?

Congestive heart failure occurs when your heart can’t efficiently pump enough blood to the rest of your body to meet demand. This type of dysfunction can allow blood and other fluids to build up around your heart and in your lungs and legs.

Conditions that contribute to congestive heart failure include hypertension (high blood pressure) and atherosclerosis (narrowed arteries). Viruses and other conditions can also weaken your heart or make its tissues stiff.

The office of Dr. Sandeep Singh, MD, provides comprehensive care for people with congestive heart failure. The cardiology team uses advanced diagnostic technologies to assess your heart’s function and confirm a heart failure diagnosis.

The team also creates treatment plans to ease your symptoms and prevent congestive heart failure from worsening.

Does congestive heart failure cause symptoms?

Congestive heart failure may not cause symptoms in the earliest stage. However, you might experience symptoms that appear suddenly, such as:

• Wheezing
• Chronic cough
• Persistent fatigue
• Shortness of breath
• Irregular or rapid heartbeat
• Reduced appetite and nausea

Congestive heart failure can also cause swelling in your legs, feet, and belly.

If you have any of these symptoms, schedule a diagnostic evaluation at the office of Dr. Sandeep Singh, MD. The cardiology team offers electrocardiograms (EKG), echocardiograms, and stress testing in-office to confirm or rule out congestive heart failure.

How do I manage congestive heart failure?

Many people manage congestive heart failure in the earliest stages with lifestyle changes and diet improvements. Dr. Singh and the cardiology team can recommend strategies to support your long-term heart health.

If these changes aren’t enough to ease congestive heart failure symptoms, your provider may prescribe medications to lower your blood pressure. There are also medications that help your body eliminate excess fluids to reduce swelling.

When congestive heart failure occurs as a result of blocked arteries or valve dysfunction, you may need surgery.

The cardiac specialists offer coronary bypass surgery and other procedures to improve blood flow through your heart. Those with severe heart failure may need a heart transplant.

Call the office of Dr. Sandeep Singh, MD, near you to schedule a diagnostic evaluation for symptoms of congestive heart failure, or book an appointment online today.