Heart Failure Management

Heart Failure Management

At Cardiac Network Australia in Auburn, we provide comprehensive and compassionate care for patients living with Heart Failure. Our goal is to help you manage symptoms, improve your quality of life, and prevent hospitalisations through early diagnosis, personalised treatment, and continuous support.

What Is Heart Failure?
Heart failure occurs when the heart muscle becomes weakened or stiff and is unable to pump blood effectively to meet the body’s needs. It does not mean your heart has stopped working, but rather that it needs support to function more efficiently.

Common symptoms include:

• Shortness of breath, especially during activity or when lying down

• Fatigue or feeling unusually tired

• Swelling in the ankles, legs, or abdomen

• Rapid weight gain due to fluid build-up

• Persistent cough or wheezing

If you experience these symptoms, it’s important to seek timely medical advice. Early management can make a significant difference.

Our Approach to Heart Failure Management
At Cardiac Network Australia, we take a holistic and evidence-based approach to managing heart failure that includes:

1. Comprehensive Assessment

   • Review of your medical history, symptoms, and previous heart tests.

   • Diagnostic investigations such as Echocardiogram, Electrocardiogram (ECG), and blood tests to assess your heart function and identify underlying causes.

2. Personalised Treatment Plan

   • Medication Management: We prescribe and adjust medications that help strengthen heart function, control blood pressure, and reduce fluid retention.

   • Lifestyle Guidance: We provide education on diet, salt and fluid restriction, physical activity, and weight management.

   • Symptom Monitoring: You’ll learn how to track your symptoms and recognise early warning signs of fluid build-up or worsening heart function.

3. Ongoing Care and Support

   • Regular follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and adjust your treatment as needed.

   • Coordination with your GP and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.

   • Supportive counselling and education for both you and your family to help you live confidently with your condition.

Why Heart Failure Management Matters
With the right combination of medication, monitoring, and lifestyle adjustments, many people with heart failure can lead active, fulfilling lives. Ongoing care significantly reduces the risk of complications and hospital readmissions.

At Cardiac Network Australia, we are dedicated to helping you understand your condition, manage it effectively, and live life with confidence and comfort.