Patient's question:
Recently, I've noticed that my heart is beating very slowly, and it's particularly difficult to breathe. It feels as if something is pressing on me. I suspect it might be heart failure. Could you please tell me what are the mechanisms of diastolic heart failure, what are its symptoms, and what are the treatment methods?Doctor's answer:
Symptoms of diastolic heart failure include cough, sputum production, chest tightness, shortness of breath, fatigue, and exhaustion. Many patients have a history of chronic diseases. Due to increased cardiac output, atherosclerosis of the pulmonary artery, and weakened pulmonary circulation, treatment should focus on actively addressing the primary disease. For example, patients with cor pulmonale or rheumatic heart disease should take cardiac-stimulating medications regularly to maintain treatment, prevent triggering factors, avoid fatigue, and enhance cardiac function.