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What are the stages of Heart Failure?- Cardiologist Indore - Dr. Siddhant Jain

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Dr. Siddhant Jain  , Our existence is completely dependent on the function of the heart. This is what makes the prospect of heart failure so deadly and so terrifying. Despite what the heart says, heart failure is not a sign of an underactive heart; But only a condition when the heart normally pumps weaker than is considered natural. Consequently, the blood flows at a slower rate to the heart and the body that in turn increases pressure in the heart and its connected vessels. The blood supply that is produced by the heart in such a scenario is scanty and insufficient for the body. Body responds with its own defense mechanism, as the heart, in an attempt to hold more blood, stretches its chambers. Though this strenuous effort may keep the blood moving, it would gradually and inevitably weary the heart with all the effort. Subsequently, the kidney responds by retaining more salt and fluid in the body.  These fluids may accumulate in different parts of the body, mainly in the legs, feet, a