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Suggest Treatment For Atrial Fibrillation And Heart Failure

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Posted on Tue, 29 Nov 2016
Question: I have heart failure, a fib take warfarin what should i do
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Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (25 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
I would recommend as follows:

Detailed Answer:
Hello!

Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!

Regarding your concern, I would explain that this is a chronic situation and periodically scheduled follow ups with cardiac ultrasound (every 6-12 months) and blood work are necessary.

I recommend continue your current treatment. Warfarin dosage should be regulated under close monitoring of INR.

If you have shortness of breath or leg swelling (signs of fluid retention), you should discuss with your doctor on the possibility of adding a diuretic (like furasemid) to your current therapy.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!

Kind regards,

Dr. Iliri
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Suggest Treatment For Atrial Fibrillation And Heart Failure

Brief Answer: I would recommend as follows: Detailed Answer: Hello! Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM! Regarding your concern, I would explain that this is a chronic situation and periodically scheduled follow ups with cardiac ultrasound (every 6-12 months) and blood work are necessary. I recommend continue your current treatment. Warfarin dosage should be regulated under close monitoring of INR. If you have shortness of breath or leg swelling (signs of fluid retention), you should discuss with your doctor on the possibility of adding a diuretic (like furasemid) to your current therapy. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Kind regards, Dr. Iliri