Chronic heart failure and heart yang deficiency are the same disease.
Disease description:
Recently, my grandfather has been feeling constantly fatigued and experiencing shortness of breath. The doctor said it's caused by chronic heart failure. Is chronic heart failure the same condition as heart yang deficiency?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Chronic heart failure and heart yang deficiency are two different conditions: chronic heart failure is a diagnosis in Western medicine, while heart yang deficiency is a disease term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Heart yang deficiency mainly results from weakened heart qi and insufficient yang energy of the heart, leading to decreased cardiac function. It is primarily characterized by palpitations, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cold extremities. For either chronic heart failure or heart yang deficiency, it is recommended to seek comprehensive evaluation at a local reputable hospital and follow standardized treatment under medical guidance.
