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Dilated cardiomyopathy: Related Videos

Heart Failure Causes

Heart Failure CausesHeart failure affects approximately 5 million people in the United States. It can be caused by a number of conditions and treatment options may vary depending on the cause.

Keywords: Heart failure, heart failure causes, conditions, heart failure risks, coronary artery disease, heart disease, smoking, poor lifestyle, diabetes, obesity, heart attack, severe anemia, congenital heart defects, myocarditis, cardiomyopathy

Diet and Heart Failure

Diet and Heart FailureIf you have heart failure it's important to follow a heart healthy diet. Join experts as they discuss recommended dietary restrictions necessary to keep your heart pumping.

Keywords: Heart failure, heart, diet, dietary restrictions, dietary constraints, salt, sodium, fluid buildup, diuretics, water pills

Managing Fluids and Salts

Managing Fluids and SaltsOne of the most important ways of managing moderate to severe heart failure is to control fluid and the salt content in your diet. Tune in to find out how.

Keywords: moderate heart failure, severe heart failure, fluid intake, salt, sodium, diet, healthy diet, fluid restriction, heart, dietary recommendations, diuretics, water pills

Congestive Heart Failure

Congestive Heart FailureCongestive heart failure (CHF) is the most common heart condition in the elderly population, and every year nearly a half million new cases are diagnosed. But what it is it, and more importantly, what causes it? Join our panel of experts as they discuss the basics of this life-threatening condition.

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Heart Failure Diet

Heart Failure DietCHF is a serious disease that will usually require medical treatment. But diet and exercise can play a crucial role in slowing the progression of the disease and improving one's quality of life. Our panel of experts will discuss the latest recommendations.

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Swollen Ankles and Heart Failure

Swollen Ankles and Heart FailureSwollen ankles can be a symptom of heart failure but swelling can also be a result of factors unrelated to the heart so it's important to recognize the difference.

Keywords: Swollen ankles, swollen legs, swollen lower back, heart failure symptoms, heart failure, edema, excess fluid, fluid buildup


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