Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to heart failure:

1. Do I suffer from heart failure?
   
   
2. How serious is my condition?
   
   
3. What tests can be used to diagnose my condition?
   
   
4. Do I have any medical conditions that place me at risk for heart failure?
   
   
5. What type of treatment do you recommend for my condition?
   
   
6. What are the risks associated with these treatments?
   
   
7. When can I expect to see improvement from the treatment?
   
   
8. Will my condition require any type of surgery?
   
   
9. How urgently do I need to begin treatment for this condition?
   
   
10. Are there any lifestyle changes I can make to improve my condition?
    
    
11. What symptoms indicate a medical emergency?
    
    
12. How will my heart health be monitored through life?
    
    
13. Can heart failure affect my pregnancy in any way?
    
    
14. What are the chances my child will develop heart failure if I have the condition?