to prevent your heart failure from worsening: keep your blood pressure low. in heart failure the release of hormones causes the blood vessels to constrict or tighten. the heart must work hard to pump blood through the constricted vessels. it is important to keep your blood pressure as low as possible so that your heart can pump effectively without extra stress. monitor your own symptoms. check for changes in your fluid status by weighing yourself daily and checking for swelling. schedule regular doctor appointments. during follow-up visits your doctors will make sure you are staying healthy and that your heart failure is not getting worse. your doctor will ask to review your weight record and list of medications. if you have questions write them down and bring them to your appointment. call your doctor if you have urgent questions. notify all your doctors about your heart failure medications and any restrictions. also check with your heart doctor about any new drugs prescribed by another doctor. keep good records and bring them with you to each doctor visit.
how can i prevent heart failure from worsening?