Early Warning Signs Of Heart Failure

Rapid Weight Gain From Fluid Retention

Fluid retention caused by heart problems can show up in any part of the body. If a person has not changed their diet or exercise regime and suddenly starts to gain weight quickly, it may be fluid retention, which usually occurs from a blood circulation problem. Women may experience fluid retention just before monthly menstruation and during pregnancy. This is normal and not cause for alarm. Lowering salt intake, increasing magnesium and B6 vitamin levels, as well as taking a diuretic helps reduce this type of water retention, commonly referred to as 'bloating.'

More serious levels of fluid retention, which result in significant and unexpected weight gain, may be caused by kidney failure or heart problems. Women not on their period or pregnant and any men who experience rapid weight gain from fluid retention should immediately consult their doctor about potential heart and kidney problems.

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