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What Can I Do About Constant Fatigue, Depression And Decreased Quality Of Life When Diagnosed With CHF?
Question: I am getting depressed about my chf. I am always tired and have no energy. I get shot of breath just carrying in the groceries or climbing the stairs I have tightness in my chest. This is having a huge impact on quality of my life. What can I do to get more energy and increase my breath.
Brief Answer:
Advice to follow up with your treating physician
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
If you are experiencing fatigue and shortness of breath while on Lasix, metoprolol and lisinopril, then medications that increase the cardiac muscle function like digoxin should be considered. Echocardiography to assess the ejection fraction is recommended. If the ejection fraction is still low, then digoxin can be added to improve cardiac function.
So, please be advised to follow up with your treating physician to for necessary management.
Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
Advice to follow up with your treating physician
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
If you are experiencing fatigue and shortness of breath while on Lasix, metoprolol and lisinopril, then medications that increase the cardiac muscle function like digoxin should be considered. Echocardiography to assess the ejection fraction is recommended. If the ejection fraction is still low, then digoxin can be added to improve cardiac function.
So, please be advised to follow up with your treating physician to for necessary management.
Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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