This Common Sleep Habit Might Reveal Hidden Heart Failure

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Do you need multiple pillows just to sleep comfortably at night? It might be more than just a preference. Top cardiologist Dr. Rosie Godeseth warns that struggling to breathe while lying flat could be a hidden symptom of heart failure — a serious condition affecting millions worldwide. In this video, we break down the subtle signs you should never ignore, how heart failure develops, and why early diagnosis could be the key to saving lives. Stay informed and protect your heart! WooGlobe Ref : WGA202298 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00If you can't fall asleep without stacking pillows behind you, this might be more than just a sleep habit.

00:05It could actually be a hidden sign of heart failure.

00:08Dr. Rosie Godseth, a top UK cardiologist, says that needing to sleep propped up or waking up gasping for air

00:15could mean fluid is building up in your lungs, a common symptom of heart failure.

00:20Heart failure happens when your heart can't pump blood efficiently because it's become weak or damaged.

00:25This leads to crushing fatigue, swollen limbs, and breathlessness, especially when lying flat.

00:31Shockingly, over a million people in the UK and 6.7 million adults in the US are living with it.

00:37And here's the scary part. Half of those diagnosed won't live longer than five years.

00:42Even worse, most people only find out they have it after an emergency hospital visit.

00:47Doctors are now urging people to watch for early signs like a persistent cough, bloating, or needing multiple pillows to sleep.

00:54Heart failure can't be cured, but with early diagnosis, medication, surgery, or a pacemaker, lives can be extended.

01:02So if you're stacking pillows or struggling to breathe at night, don't ignore it.

01:06This isn't just about sleep. It could be a silent warning from your heart.

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