In this episode, Dr. Todd and Phil break down congestive heart failure (CHF)—what it is, how it develops, and why it’s more common than you might think. They explain the two main types of CHF (systolic dysfunction vs. preserved ejection fraction), common symptoms like fluid buildup and shortness of breath, and major risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking.Ever heard of 'broken heart syndrome' (takotsubo cardiomyopathy)? They cover that too! Plus, key management and treatment tips that could help those at risk.💡 Timestamps:⏱ 00:00 Introduction & Today's Topic⏱ 00:36 What is Congestive Heart Failure?⏱ 01:45 The Two Types of Heart Failure⏱ 04:08 Risk Factors & Who’s Most at Risk⏱ 04:43 Fascinating Cases & Recovery Stories⏱ 06:36 Symptoms & How CHF is Diagnosed⏱ 09:08 Managing & Monitoring CHF⏱ 10:30 Final Thoughts & Viewer Q&A👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more medical insights! Got questions or a personal experience with CHF? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear from you!#hearthealth #chf #heartfailure #healthtips #cardiology #heartdisease #medicalpodcast #heartcare #doctor