Around four million people in Germany suffer from #heart failure (= #heart insufficiency). The earlier the disease is detected, the sooner its progression can be slowed. It is therefore very important for you to know the first symptoms and early signs. The symptoms of heart failure usually come on gradually. So, look out for the following signs, because heart failure is still one of the most common causes of death in Germany. Do you like my channel and would you like to say thank you? Become a channel member and receive exclusive benefits: / @doktorweigl1 ⏩ First inform yourself, then supplement: Feel free to take a look at my guides https://bit.ly/RatgeberHowTo ✅ ❎ 100% independent ❎ 100% study-based ❎ 100% medically correct Heart failure is not an independent disease, but usually the result of a previous illness. That means there is actually another illness you are suffering from, which is basically behind it, which is the cause of your heart failure and the associated #signs. Typical causes are: calcification of the coronary arteries, which is actually 2/3 the cause of heart failure. But also a heart attack, high blood pressure, heart valve disease, myocarditis, diabetes, alcohol, drugs, extreme lack of exercise and certain medications. Sign or symptom of heart failure (= heart failure) No. 1: Shortness of breath Severe shortness of breath at rest is the key sign that chronic heart failure is developing into pulmonary edema. The shortness of breath is most severe when lying down. When you cough, fluid or foam can come out. Pulmonary edema is an #emergency in which you must immediately call an ambulance with an emergency doctor on 112. Signs or symptoms of heart failure (= cardiac insufficiency) no. 2: water retention and weight gain When you have heart failure, the heart muscle is no longer able to pump enough blood into the circulatory system, and there is a backflow in the veins. As a result, water collects in the tissue, and edema forms. Signs or symptoms of heart failure (= cardiac insufficiency) no. 3: you wake up more often at night You wake up more often at night because you have to urinate or cough. This also happens gradually and is a typical symptom of heart failure. Both the so-called “cardiac cough” and the increased amount of peeing at night are known as nocturia. Signs or symptoms of heart failure (= cardiac insufficiency) no. 4: less efficient, gets tired more quickly Decreasing performance is another typical sign, as you can probably imagine. Increased fatigue, physical weakness, and reduced performance can indicate heart failure. Signs or symptoms of heart failure No. 5: cold fingers, feet and legs If your fingers, toes, etc. get cold more and more often and more quickly, this could be a sign of poor circulation and/or heart failure. Let’s go back to thinking about our heart and our cardiovascular system. If the heart doesn’t pump sufficiently, then the least blood, or not enough blood, gets to the areas further away, like the toes. ▬ About this channel ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ With “Video Visit Dr. Weigl” you have found the current, medical-scientific channel that describes topics relating to pain, #medicine and #health in an understandable way but based on facts, guidelines and studies. ▬ Even more videos ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Stroke - causes, symptoms and treatment with blood thinners: https://bit.ly/Schlaganfall_Video Blood thinner Marcumar versus Xarelto: https://bit.ly/Blutverdünner_Video Does ASA protect against heart attacks and strokes?: https://bit.ly/ASSschützt_Video The great danger of heart failure: https://bit.ly/Herzschwaeche_Video How sick is my heart? Self-test: https://bit.ly/TestHerzinsuffizienz_V... ▬ Social Media ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ►Facebook: https://bit.ly/facebook_DrWeigl ►Website: https://doktorweigl.de ►Twitter: https://bit.ly/Twitter_DrWeigl ►Instagram: / doktorweigl ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Legal notice / disclaimer: The videos are for your information only and never replace personal advice, examination or diagnosis by a licensed, qualified specialist. In particular, when taking medication, you should consult your doctor and read the package insert. The content provided cannot and may not be used to make independent diagnoses. Liability excluded. Facebook & Instagram icon: Icon made by freepik from www.flaticon.com Twitter icon: Icon made by Pixel perfect from www.flaticon.com Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com 3D image material: Sharecare YOU Pro Website: https://www.sharecare.com/