Congestive Heart Failure Treatment in Columbus, GA

Congestive Heart Failure Care for Patients Throughout West Central Georgia and East Central Alabama

Congestive heart failure is a chronic heart condition that can be managed or improved, especially when you turn to the caring heart specialists at Southeastern Cardiology.

Proper treatment for congestive heart failure requires active participation and collaboration between you, your family, and your cardiology team. That’s why it’s our goal to provide the services, education, and care you need to manage your condition and, ideally, improve the quality of your heart.

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What Is Congestive Heart Failure?

Congestive heart failure develops when the heart is no longer able to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs. Once congestive heart failure is reached, blood and other fluids will begin building up in various areas of the body, from the lungs to the legs, disrupting the normal function of these and other organs or body parts.

While there is no medical cure for congestive heart failure, it can be managed and even partially reversed with proper cardiac care and treatment methods.

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Congestive Heart Failure Treatment From Southeastern Cardiology

The expert cardiologists at Southeastern Cardiology deliver compassionate, honest care when diagnosing and treating congestive heart failure. We work to identify and manage underlying causes or comorbidities of heart failure and focus on patient and family education for the most effective, successful management possible.

Exam

In the exam portion, you and your cardiologist will talk about your medical history and symptoms, covering details like:

  • Family history of cardiac issues
  • Personal history with cardiac issues
  • Lifestyle habits, such as diet and exercise routines
  • Average alcohol consumption
  • Average tobacco use
  • Current medication regimen

You will also undergo a physical exam where your cardiologist will measure your blood pressure and listen to your heart, checking for signs of congestive heart failure or other heart complications.

Testing

In addition to a physical exam, we may also require tests like:

  • Echocardiogram
  • Chest ultrasound
  • Stress test
  • Blood testing and other lab work
  • Catheterization
  • Heart monitoring

Treatment

While there is no cure for congestive heart failure, there are treatment methods to manage your condition and even improve your heart health. Some management efforts may include:

  • Medications, including beta-blockers, SGLT2 inhibitors, ACE inhibitors, diuretics, and others
  • Remote patient monitoring for easy at-home blood pressure and weight monitoring
  • Improving diet
  • Improving sleep
  • Quitting smoking
  • Quitting alcohol or drug use
  • Managing high blood pressure
  • Developing a more active lifestyle
  • Surgical solutions, including pacemaker or ventricular assist device implantation, valve repair or replacement, coronary artery bypass graft, heart transplant, and others

Congestive heart failure patients can count on regular follow-ups with their cardiology team for optimized treatment, therapies, and management.

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Symptoms, Causes, and Risk Factors of Congestive Heart Failure

Congestive heart failure is often associated with heart disease, but there are a variety of other ways and reasons a patient may reach the initial stages of heart failure.

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Congestive Heart Failure Symptoms

Symptoms vary from patient to patient, but common symptoms include:

  • Shortness of breath, especially during physical exertion or when lying down
  • Fatigue
  • Physical weakness
  • Swelling or fluid buildup in the legs, feet, or abdomen
  • Rapid weight gain
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Rapid heart rate
  • Chest pains
  • Excessive coughing
  • Wheezing
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness or lightheadedness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Interrupted sleep

Congestive Heart Failure Causes

It’s possible to develop congestive heart failure as a result of:

Congestive Heart Failure Risk Factors

You’re more at risk of developing congestive heart failure if you:

  • Are 65 or older
  • Have a family history of congestive heart failure
  • Have a history of heart attacks
  • Have high blood pressure
  • Have diabetes or kidney disease
  • Smoke or use other tobacco products
  • Abuse alcohol or use drugs like cocaine
  • Are inactive
  • Eat a low-nutrient diet that’s high in salt, sugar, and fat
  • Are overweight or obese
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Southeastern Cardiology Cares for Your Heart

Southeastern Cardiology is dedicated entirely to your heart health for the benefit of your overall health and well-being. We strive to make sure you have a positive experience receiving cardiovascular care from our heart doctors by combining fast appointment scheduling with compassionate and honest communication and cutting-edge solutions. In addition to our congestive heart failure care, we offer healthcare solutions for all other cardiac conditions you may be experiencing or suffering from.

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