Back to BlogPublished On May 15, 2019Each year, roughly 550,000 people are diagnosed with congestive heart failure (CHF) in the United States. With so many people receiving this diagnosis, it’s important to understand the severity of this condition and what each stage entails. Consider the details:Stage 1 of Congestive Heart FailureIf you’ve been diagnosed with stage one of congestive heart failure, it is because a doctor has noticed a weakness in your heart. This news may be surprising, as stage one of CHF does not exhibit any symptoms. Although CHF cannot be cured, you can make healthy lifestyle changes and take certain medication to manage this condition.Stage 2 of Congestive Heart FailureStage two of congestive heart failure will produce symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations after you participate in physical activity. As with stage one, lifestyle changes and certain medication can help improve your quality of life. Your doctor will discuss treatment w...
