With heart failure, you may experience a loss or change in appetite, or feelings of nausea. Some people have a feeling of being full or nauseous even if they have eaten very little. They may also experience abdominal pain or tenderness.
What causes loss of appetite in heart failure?
Lack of appetite or nausea Because blood is being moved away from your digestive system, your appetite may not be as big as it usually is. You might also feel sick to your stomach.
What are worsening signs of heart failure?
Signs of Worsening Heart FailureShortness of breath.Feeling dizzy or lightheaded.Weight gain of three or more pounds in one day.Weight gain of five pounds in one week.Unusual swelling in the legs, feet, hands, or abdomen.A persistent cough or chest congestion (the cough may be dry or hacking)
What are the final stages of CHF?
The symptoms of end-stage congestive heart failure include dyspnea, chronic cough or wheezing, edema, nausea or lack of appetite, a high heart rate, and confusion or impaired thinking. Learn about the hospice eligibility requirements for end-stage heart failure.
Is weight loss normal with congestive heart failure?
Patients with heart failure (HF) commonly have unintentional weight loss, depressive symptoms, and elevated levels of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP). Each of these variables has been independently associated with shorter cardiac event-free survival.
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