Heart failure is a condition in which the heart becomes too weak or too stiff to adequately pump blood through the body. It is typically caused by other underlying health conditions that damage the heart, like coronary artery disease or a faulty heart valve. The disease is chronic and progressive, meaning it does not go away and gets worse over time. If your aging relative has been diagnosed with heart failure, it can be helpful to understand how the disease progresses.<\/p>\n
Life Expectancy with Heart Failure<\/strong><\/p>\n The life expectancy of an older adult with heart failure can depend on several factors, including the kind of heart failure they have and the underlying cause. However, a 2016 study showed that around 50 percent of people diagnosed with heart failure live more than 5 years. Early diagnosis and treatment of heart failure can help to lengthen the seniors life.<\/p>\n Stages of Heart Failure<\/strong><\/p>\n Doctors describe the progression of heart failure in stages. There are four stages of heart failure, which are:<\/p>\n Home care can assist older adults who have been diagnosed with heart failure to live a healthier lifestyle, which may help them to live longer. Home care providers can cook meals that promote heart health and ensure the senior is getting enough nutrients. Home care providers can also remind older adults to take medications for their condition, which helps to better manage heart failure. Also, home care providers can offer transportation to medical appointments.<\/p>\n Sources\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/321538.php
\nhttps:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/17069-heart-failure-understanding-heart-failure\/management-and-treatment
\nhttps:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/heart-failure\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20373142<\/p>\n