How do you treat heart failure?
Heart Failure is a serious health condition. Lack of attention, carelessness or not following the guidelines of doctor may worsen the condition. It ultimately leads to death. The treatment of heart failure is based on use of medicines, lifestyle modification and a care plan. The medicines needed for management and treatment of heart failure are - ACE inhibitors - Beta blockers - Diuretics - Angiotensin 2 receptor blockers (ARBs) - Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist The devices needed to improve patient’s condition are - Pacemakers - Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) - Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) - CRT-Ds Surgical approach includes - Left ventricular assist devices - Heart valve surgery - Coronary angioplasty - Heart transplant Lifestyle modification for patients of heart failure includes - Stop smoking. - Eat healthier. - Exercise. - Reduce stress.
Medicines are the main treatment for heart failure, but for some people surgery may help. Operations that can help with heart failure include: heart valve surgery. a coronary angioplasty or bypass. Symptoms: Shortness of breath Treatments: Beta blocker
