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Non-steroidal inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), several anaesthesia drugs, chemotherapy agents, and some antihypertensives puts a person at a higher risk for heart problems which may eventually lead to heart failure. HIV, diabetes, arrythmias, and thyroid problems may lead to heart failure. Viral infections such as COVID-19 may cause inflammation of the cardiac muscles known as myocarditis.

Faulty heart chambers or valves at birth can directly affect the functionality of the heart. cocaine) may lead to the damage of the cardiac muscles known as cardiomyopathy. The toxic effects of alcohol, nicotine, and drugs (e.g. This makes the cardiac muscles stiffer and/or weaker, leading to heart failure. Having a high blood pressure causes the heart to work harder than normal in order to facilitate the blood circulation throughout the body. Fat buildup on the arterial walls leads to the reduction of blood flow, resulting to cardiac arrest.

These are the most common causes of heart failure. Myocardial Infarction (heart attack) and Coronary Artery Disease (CAD).Chest pain if the HF is caused by myocardial infarction (heart attack) Causes of Heart Failure.

Decreased level of alertness and concentration.

Cough and wheezing – may come with white or blood-tinged sputum.

Ascites (swelling of the abdominal cavity).

Peripheral edema (swelling of limbs, ankles, and feet).

Fatigue and reduced ability to exercise.

Dyspnea ( shortness of breath) upon exertion or lying down.