Shortness of Breath

Congestive Heart Failure: New Symptoms You Should Not Ignore

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Chronic heart failure (CHF) rarely develops suddenly. More often, it begins with sensations that seem familiar and do not cause concern. A person becomes fatigued more quickly, and routine activities require pauses and longer recovery. These changes are usually attributed to age, stress, lack of sleep, or decreased physical fitness. In the morning, well-being partially improves, which reinforces the sense that nothing serious is happening.