What is cardiogenic shock?
Cardiogenic shock results from a failure of the heart, specifically the ventricles, to pump blood effectively. This inadequate circulation of blood to the body in turn results in cell and organ death and may often be fatal. It is usually the result of heart damage such as a heart attack.
How do members experience cardiogenic shock?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with cardiogenic shock*
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Low blood oxygen levels (hypoxemia)
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Pain
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for cardiogenic shock*
Who has cardiogenic shock on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 1 | |
| 40s | 1 | |
| 50s | 2 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 1 | |
| Female | 4 |