Heart failure may cause a change in your appetite. If you are feeling full, bloated or nauseated you probably don't feel like eating. This can happen when there is decreased blood flow to the digestive system resulting in interference with the digestive process.
Do heart problems cause loss of appetite?
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.
Why do heart failure patients lose their appetite?
5. 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 the signs of worsening 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)
Can heart failure make you lose weight?
People living with heart failure can develop rapid weight loss. This is known as cardiac cachexia, and the outlook for people with the condition is not positive due to an increased risk of mortality. Cardiac cachexia is a condition that causes a person to lose weight, skeletal mass, and muscle mass.
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