Right heart failure history and symptoms

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Right heart failure is frequently associated with shortness of breath, exercise intolerance and coughing, and in later stages chest discomfort and swelling of the feet or ankles.

History and Symptoms

• Chest discomfort, usually in the front of the chest
• Exercise intolerance
• Shortness of breath
• Swelling of the feet or ankles
• Symptoms of underlying disorders (wheezing, coughing)