This Sleep Habit Could Be an Early Warning Sign of Heart Failure
This Sleep Habit May Reveal Heart Failure Before Other Symptoms Start: 12 Warning Signs You Shouldn't Ignore
Needing Multiple Pillows to Sleep Comfortably
Waking Up Short of Breath During the Night
Frequent Nighttime Trips to the Bathroom
Persistent Nighttime Cough
Loud Snoring and Breathing Pauses
Waking Up Feeling Unrefreshed
Restless Sleep Throughout the Night
Sleeping Much More Than Usual
Difficulty Falling Asleep Due to Breathing Discomfort
Leg Swelling That Becomes More Noticeable at Night
A Rapid or Irregular Heartbeat During Sleep
Increased Night Sweats
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Heart failure often develops gradually, and many people dismiss the early warning signs as simple fatigue, aging, or stress.
However, doctors say that certain sleep-related changes can appear long before more obvious symptoms emerge.
Paying attention to what happens while you"re sleeping—or trying to sleep—could help identify a problem earlier and encourage timely medical evaluation.
Here are 12 sleep-related signs that may indicate an increased risk of heart failure or worsening heart health.