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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is Heart Failure (HF)?  
  2. How will my doctor determine if I have heart failure?  
  3. What are some of the tests that may be performed to evaluate my condition?  
  4. What are the causes of heart failure?  
  5. What are common signs and symptoms of heart failure?  
  6. How is Heart Failure treated?  
  7. What medications are commonly used to treat heart failure?  
  8. What type of diet do I need to follow?  
  9. Can I take Herbal Supplements with a diagnosis of heart failure?  
  10. What about exercise?  
  11. Can I still have sex?  
  12. What can I do to minimize my heart failure symptoms?  
  13. How often will I need to see my doctor or nurse?  
  14. What is a Heart Failure Disease Management Program?  
  15. What resources and support systems are available to help me cope with this condition?  
  16. What choices do I have if I no longer want aggressive therapies and my symptoms are worsening?  
  17. Can heart failure be prevented?  
  18. What is the importance of adult vaccinations?

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