What you may notice
Symptoms can overlap with other conditions and vary between people.
- Breathlessness
- Swollen legs or ankles
- Fatigue
- Difficulty breathing when lying flat
Understanding care
Clinical care may include assessment of heart function, fluid status and an individualized long-term care plan. A qualified clinician decides which investigations and options fit the individual situation.
When to seek help
Report worsening swelling or breathlessness promptly to a clinician. Severe breathlessness at rest, fainting or chest pain requires emergency care.
For severe breathing difficulty, collapse, suspected stroke, or another emergency, call local emergency services immediately. In India, call 112.
Read the medical sources
These sources support the educational article and offer more detail.
Prepared from the linked sources. This summary has not had an independent clinician review. A qualified clinician can assess symptoms and explain which information applies to you.
