‘One of the most common’ heart failure symptoms could appear in the ankles

 

The NHS suggests calling 999 if you experience sudden or severe heart failure symptoms.

A little-known sign impacting the ankles might represent “one of the most common” indicators of a potentially fa-tal health issue. Puffy ankles and legs may be a signal of heart failure.

Heart failure happens when the heart struggles to pump blood effectively around the body frequently because it has grown too weak or rigid. This chronic ailment typically deteriorates gradually over time.

Usually incurable, the symptoms of this disease can frequently be managed for numerous years. In an update, the British Heart Foundation (BHF) wa.rned the public about key warning signs to watch for.

The BHF explained: “You may hear your doctor or nurse talk about ‘stages of heart failure’ or ‘classes of heart failure’. This refers to a classification system that helps to describe how bad your symptoms are and how much they affect the quality of your daily life.

“It can help your healthcare team plan the best treatment and support for you. The most commonly used classification system is based on the New York Heart Association (NYHA) classification. It divides heart failure into four classes.”

This assessment is based on on your physical capacity for activities and accompanying symptoms. The charity notes these manifestations encompass exhaustion, breathlessness, and irregular heartbeat.

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