Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath. The hospital examination suggested a respiratory disease, but the medication hasn't been very effective. Recently, my cough has worsened. How should I regulate my body for cor pulmonale and heart failure?Doctor's answer:
For patients with heart failure, their appetite tends to be a bit poorer, and their nutritional status may also be worse. This is because heart failure can lead to liver congestion, and liver congestion can cause the gastrointestinal tract to affect appetite. The diet should primarily focus on light and simple foods. Avoid greasy foods and moderately enhance nutrition with high-quality protein, such as beef. It's best to eat foods that are easy to digest. Eggs can be consumed more frequently to supplement protein.