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Heart failure is a chronic condition affecting millions worldwide. One significant but overlooked symptom is a persistent cough known as the heart failure cough. This cough can severely impact quality of life and indicate worsening heart failure. Heart failure occurs when the heart muscle weakens or stiffens, preventing effective blood pumping. This leads to fluid […]

Introduction The human heart is a remarkable organ, tirelessly pumping blood throughout the body’s blood vessels to sustain life. However, sometimes the rhythmic beating can be accompanied by unusual sounds, known as heart murmurs or an abnormal murmur. These murmurs are caused by turbulent blood flow or blood flowing through the heart’s chambers and valves, […]

Heart disease, often referred to as the “silent killer,” is the leading cause of death globally, affecting millions of individuals each year. Despite significant advances in medical science, heart disease continues to pose a significant threat to public health. This article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the disease of the heart, its causes, […]

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a chronic and progressive condition where the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively diminishes, leading to a range of symptoms and complications. Understanding the stages of heart failure, as defined by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA), is crucial for early detection, effective treatment, […]

Introduction Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a condition characterized by the enlargement and weakening of the heart’s main pumping chamber, the left ventricle. This pathological dilation reduces the heart’s efficiency in pumping blood, leading to a range of symptoms and potential complications, including chronic heart failure as a common consequence. DCM is a significant cause of […]