The blood test that detects heart failure

[@cutabove9046]

After a major heart attack several years ago my BNP was 700. It turned out that 30% of the left side of my heart is scar tissue and nonfunctional. It remained 700 no matter the drugs were prescribed and taken, or the amount of exercise (walking 3 to 5 miles a day) I did. My heart continued to weaken. Then I decided to do an experiment. I reduced sodium to under 500 mg a day (which by the way is difficult. It meant no restaurant food, and nothing packaged and that included bread.). My BNP dropped to 230 two months later. Six months after my very low salt diet was started BNP dropped to 197. One year after very low sodium and BNP dropped to 173. I'll continue with the program and see just how low it will get.

[@theguvnor5964]

Thanks for sharing....yes,its very difficult to cut out sodium.Good luck with everything

[@Iwantenglandback]

That is wonderful! Well done.

[@LykMike]

Heck yeah!

[@suerome9718]

Hello! Update to share?

[@paulettewilliams6435]

Praise the Lord! I'm happy for you! Majority of diseases, if not all can be reversed through eating healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains! That's God's original diet for us!Diseases are mostly related to wrongful foods that we consume daily! Please keep up the good work, I'll be praying for you!🙏😊

[@denises2847]

Sanjay is the most articulate "explainer" of complex medical information. Genius! and an amazing service for anyone who is curious about medicine. All doctors could take a lesson from him .

[@cristinaordon2888]

I completely agree !

[@rt193682]

Yes, he is just excellent and explains everything so I can understand.

[@nancyharris7020]

An educated patient is an empowered patient. An empowered patient can take steps that could improve their outcome. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. Sharing your knowledge with viewers could be the most impactful actions of your whole career. ☀️

[@sirfultonbishop]

Heart issues can be very upsetting and we don’t often feel like we’re getting enough information or understanding what info we do have so thank you for your in-depth yet easy to understand videos!

[@bonnierobinson8684]

Yep my doctor is not good at explaining this! This is why I am here!

[@handofgrace5066]

Very helpful to know this. Also, you explain things very detailed and clearly and can be easily understood. Thank you for helping us understand these complex medical issues and what the possible solutions are. All the information you share is very much appreciated. You are an excellent instructor and teacher. :)

[@azifahahmed4462]

Thank you so much for uploading this video. As an RN and pt with HF, I really enjoyed and learned a lot from your video. God bless you.

[@farrelgeisler245]

Loved the Information. My father died of congestive heart failure and I am working with diet and exercise because of high blood pressure. The more information I can get is very helpful. Much appreciation!

[@nolebuc1]

Thank you Doctor! You are a true blessing. I suddenly started experiencing PVCs a few weeks ago. A Holter Monitor showed I was having less than 100 per day, but unnerving to say the least. I was not experiencing any symptoms other than a "flutter" feeling in my chest. The doctor suggested an echocardiogram and I inquired about the BNP test in lieu of the expensive procedure since I currently am uninsured. He agreed and the test came back very low in the teens. So, for now I have some much needed peace of mind and the diagnosis right now is benign PVCs. Your videos made me aware of the test. Thank you for what you do.

[@jonathangriffin3860]

An outstanding report Dr, thank you so much as a patient who has been recently diagnosed with heart failure my EF is 31 - I find this information most helpful. Unfortunately my cardiologist did not inform me that I had had a heart failure for 6 weeks after my echocardiogram and he also told me that my wife’s recent passing away had nothing to do with my heart stress; I start with a new cardiologist next week. Many thanks for this BNP test information. Jonathan Griffin/ Dublin, Ireland

[@WendyMoule]

Sorry for your loss Jonathan

[@jonathangriffin3860]

Wendy M Thank you Wendy it’s been a grueling painful year- but there’s light at the end of the tunnel. I believe the dead wouldn’t want the living to suffer and the living wouldn’t want the dead to suffer. Jonathan

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

There is a condition called Broken Heart Syndrome. It is very real. Look It up. I know my sisters death from cancer this past Feb.had a lot to do with my own sudden health issues. And two months I developed Afib also. Had been feeling really pretty good until dealing with helplessly watching her die. I feel somewhat better these days, but it took its toll on me in many ways, (including anxiety and depression) and took time to start healing and recovering. Our physical bodies are very connected to our emotional state of being. Sorry for your loss and hope you are feeling better.

[@jonathangriffin3860]

Thank you Gloria May Life is filled with uncertainties we must embrace each day and The Sun is always shining even though sometimes we can’t see it for the clouds. I wish you well. Jonathan

[@xavierp4035]

I don't understand why some cardiologist don't inform a life threatening condition. I hope your new cardiologist treats you better

[@carolbenson6524]

We so appreciate the information you give us. Really helps sorting out symptoms pertaining to the heart. I've learned so much today. Thank you.

[@grahambaker5235]

When I was diagnosed with Afib out of the blue.it was you who gave me sensible and sound advice. Followed your advice and I,m Afib free for the last 50 days thanks Sanjay.

[@rodouladoulos1548]

how did you manaGe that???? can you elaborate on it!!!!

[@khalidaparveen5735]

Please share your treatment plan, how did you followed Dr. Gupta and managed your AFIB.

[@chrismunns3480]

I found these videos a few weeks ago and boy are they helpful. I'm in DeLand north of you, so who knows you might see me someday. But seriously, I am 68 and raising my two teenagers and very healthy. I did have cardiomyopathy 11 years ago and they said it was healed. Gone. Wasn't viral. I do holistic. So who knows what I did right, I have an idea. But now, it may be back. Probably never really went away fully. Your videos are extremely helpful on understanding all the tests that they do and not to get scared, which some doctors kind of do. I know they're trying to help but your videos are extremely helpful in understanding the results . Keep them coming and God bless you.

[@ellentewkesbury5936]

Thank you so much for the wonderful clarity of your explanation. I have a high BNP reading but no real understanding of what this meant until I happened upon your excellent information. Greatly relieved.

[@sandraritchie6512]

Your information is very good. I worked as a nurse in cardiology for 15yrs. I have learnt a lot from you Thank you for you videos they have very good and practical knowledge that patients need to know.

[@kishorkodial7097]

The explanation can not be any better than told here. BNP levels importance can be gauged from Ur talk. Very educative, informative and gives guidance. Wonderful talk. U are gifted to teach at PG level and even to condescend to KG (beginner level). MY hats off to U dr.sir. God bless U and family.

[@YorkCardiology]

thank you so much!

[@ingerziiii]

WoW! Thank you very much. Just discovered you. Very easy to comprehend what you're saying. I truly appreciate you putting these very valuable videos out for us to truly understand thing's about ourselves.

[@tonyc9035]

My mum died of CHF years ago. Hadn't heard about BNP blood test then. This is empowering and most helpful moving forward for my family and me. Thank you Dr. Sanjay for sharing this. May God bless you.

[@ltpdogtrainingNJ]

Sorry to hear that your Mom passed away. My 94½yr Aunt was admitted to the hospital today& her BNP level was 1600!! They are scheduling an ultrasound tomorrow. I'm grateful for Dr Gupta as well. Knowledge is power. Blessings to you as well.

[@scooterbelle6443]

Good explanation. You are such a good teacher ! This is the first test my doctor ordered.

[@chibi2121]

Thank you, I love your videos ! You explain complex things in a way that makes it easy to understand. I appreciate it so much when somebody takes the time to share their knowledge. You are awesome ! I look forward to your next videos.

[@johannesvanhoek9080]

Thank you very much for the information in the video I appreciate all the information coming forth it makes me feel better about the situation that they’re telling me that I have because my BNP being 140 , it’s nice to know that there are other things that can raise the number as well , I APPRECIATE YOU 👍

[@hannahotwa1047]

Thank God for dr.Gupta. You are the best educator dr.Gupta. Thank you for all yours videos. You are great. 👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️

[@endtimelion4165]

Thanks brother this gave me a bit of hope that i dont have chf. Real doctors explain things thoroughly like you did. Thanks and God bless

[@artvelcro]

Look forward to your videos. Your explanations are thorough and easily understood. Thanks again.

[@mariondavis7811]

I am so glad that I saw this today...such a great explanation of the role of the BNP test and possible causes for it's elevation. Thank you yet again, for your clear and thoughtful information videos... I am awaiting an ECHO because my BNP test was borderline. This is so helpful to know, a thousand thanks! x

[@matricata1892]

💝 you are explanation is healthy food for my soul Most of the doctors are businessmen's these days But you you are the marvelous🤜🤛🎓🎩👑🏆

[@bjohnson5835]

As always a most informative, easy to follow video. It fills in all the gaps that may be left by routine Cardiology consultations. Thank you so much for all the time and trouble you devote to making these videos.

[@joypolk3093]

I so appreciate your videos and the clear information that you so generously give.

[@joycejune64]

thank you so much … understanding the issues takes the fear away … keep doing what you're doing!

[@sheilajames7586]

Very informative. Thank you for taking the time to educate us heart failure.

[@AmanVerma-hx3bm]

So informative ....Thanks Sir

[@meghoward2610]

Thank you for all your videos. I appreciate the clarity of the explanations.

[@ashapatil226]

Very very useful information sir... Thank you for sharing video on BNP

[@Romans15.32]

Good video, very educating. Also, you have a very easy going disposition which I imagine is comforting to your patients. This is important because there is an emotional component with illness. Thank you

[@stevecropper1221]

Thanks for doing this video. I just got diagnosed at 680 BNP and was really upset buy now that I understand it I can deal with it better,

[@gilbertoportillo6650]

Thank you for keeping us informed. Blessings from Virginia USA.

[@patwarburtonr7488]

Let us always have faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. Without faith it is impossible to please Him. Lord take away any doubt we may have so that we will always be pleasing in your sight. 🙏

[@cynthiawilson8759]

Amen…🙏🏾

[@serendipity8209]

Very very well described in simple layman's terms. Excellent video.

[@desotopete]

Good explanation that was never really explained by my doctors. HCM. AFIB. ICD. I think my BNP was above 700.

[@merlvinc]

It helps to know what is happening to us. Thank you for sharing. --Bonnie Robinson

[@judyconnors-holland3910]

Very comforting to hear

[@eugenelui14]

Thank you Dr. Gupta for all the wonderful infro ...

[@Josh-pe5pl]

You mentioned treatment for heart failure. Let's say my BNP BMP? and succeeding echo confirm potential for heart failure. Will the echo give enough info for my cardiologist to tell me what treatment I'll probably need? P.S. 1000 thx for taking the time & effort required to explain all these scary topics to us, thereby reducing our fears!

[@AlpacaMade]

Thank you, you've made this topic crystal clear and have given realistic expectations.👍

[@andreawilliams4329]

Thank you for another informative video. My husband had an echo a few days ago and was found to have an enlarged left ventricle. The cardiologist was present during the test and said he was very surprised that my husband’s GP said his BNP was normal. You said in the video that this was not impossible so I am wondering how this can happen. I don’t know what the level was as I had never heard of BNP.

[@merlvinc]

Best explanation I have watched. My biggest fear is that I am afraid that I won't be told because I am anxious about my heart because my Dad died really young from heart problems! I t want to know so that my children will be aware of any problems early and might prevent it from occurring later in their lives. --Bonnie Robinson

[@YorkCardiology]

Thank you for your support Bonnie- it would mean a tonne if you’d consider subscribing to the channel. Also I try and do some regular broadcasts via WhatsApp on [phone]

[@lindak3898]

Very interesting and informative, thank you.

[@billchambers4614]

Excellent clear explanation ! Brilliant !!

[@HA-ln8ir]

Thank you Doctor for this Educational video 👍💯👍💯👍💯👍💯👍💯👍

[@davidsolomon5612]

I'm a heart patient. Undergone balloon angioplasty. But never heard of BMP. (In India) Very useful doc.Thanks.

[@nickywilks7928]

Yet again a other fabulous informative video...thanks so much Dr Gupta!.

[@anyone173]

Mine is going to be interesting. My first cardio doctor said i do not have angina. But i am seeing another cardio doctor in January .After still having stabbing pain under my left breast. Went to A&E the other day with this pain. Blood test came back fine 2 ecg's was ok. And chest xray was fine.I'm still confused.

[@momienmohamed7752]

God bless u.

[@momienmohamed7752]

Thanks doc VVV much ❤

[@abhisheksingh-mw7os]

Sir hearing you is extraordinarily being aware of heart issues in simplest way ,Sadar pranam jaishriradhekrishna 🙏🙏

[@antoniablake3477]

Doctor, excellent information! I had a BNP which was extremely high. But I heard that if a patient has a high level of Biotin because they take a high dose supplement because of hair loss, that could affect the BNP. My cardiologist has not asked to repeat the BNP.

[@GrannyPantss]

Please discuss proBNPLC, and what a level of 2349 translates into remaining life expectancy.

[@kathyhollowell7889]

that sunjay gupta my BNP is 278, so no horrible i guess?? thank you for the info

[@plants_and_wellness1574]

Is elevated Nt Pro BnP something to worry about? I recently ordered labs and mine came back at 131 and my hematocrit was just slightly elevated as well as my hs-crp at 2.2. I don’t have a doctor or health insurance, I order the tests online and have no one to talk to about them. Also, I’m one with high Lp(a) 330 nmol/L. Not sure if that helps.

[@sapodilla25]

Mine is in the thousands. I guess I have to drop salt from my diet.

[@nez3009]

I was at work a few days ago and almost past out. It's the first time in my life this ever happened so I went to the ER. They called it a near syncope which means I came close to passing out. they checked my NT-Pro-BNP and it was 2290. I'm not sure what that mean for me. I hear Dr. Gupta and others talking about BNP levels of 400 - 500 as high so what's my 2290 level mean? I always had good endurance and still do even at the age of 59. My work is physically demanding only limited by a recent hernia. I have a referral from my doc to see a cardiologist and surgery scheduled for the hernia.

[@pbohearn]

You have such a calm and pleasant demeanor as well, excellent bedside manner as they used to say which counts for a lot for the patient. I worked as a medical psychologist for 27 years and what is so critical even in this world of electronics information is the doctor patient relationshipin terms of outcomes. You have that personality that most patients would feel secure and confident in your caring attitude and tone. Of course you are a textbook of knowledge, but more than that the caring shows in your eyes.

[@gbxgbxgbx]

I been having some heart pains and occasional but not heavy dyspnea, so I've made the BNP test - showed 24 - you mentioned that a healthy person has around 10 - does that mean something?

[@georgejenkins3371]

I had a high BNP, got an echocardiogram and had an EF of 45% which apparently is normal. This talk made no mention of an increase in the average BNP with age.

[@secondchance20101]

I have a fracture of the anterior tubercle of the C1(atlas) and Agenesis of the posterior arch of the C1(Atlas) . My question is " Will the instability of my C0,C1, and C2 and ligament issues with the C1 cause the vagus nerve to throw off the signals between the heart and brain, and cause the BNP levels to elevate?" I can move my neck in cetain posistions and caue my self to go into Tachycardia , and or Brachycardia , but when i lay down it settles down .

[@Rodriguez368]

Thank you very much I'm going. through. right now. I just found out a couple. of months ago. And I'm going to treat rents and and it's telling me a lot. about my problem. Appreciate it. Keep. it up.

[@thefuzzfactor2989]

Last time my BNP was almost 1,200. Yikes!

[@adwCircuitman]

Excellent Video! I have a question that even my cardiologist can't answer: If a patient has been diagnosed with HFpEF, does the BNP typically read low? I was diagnosed with HFpEF, EF = 62%, strong heartbeat at 58 bpm, clear veins & arteries. I have major leg swelling and non-stop cough from phlegm. Sleep is near impossible unless sitting up. Every 3 months my BNP tests in the range of 15 to 36. A person with HFrEF tests high BNP, but with HFpEF the BNP will test low? Any information on this subject would be welcome. Thanks!

[@carmelrankin9362]

Very informative video. Thank you Doctor. You explain things very clearly.

[@MalFunktion1]

What's the difference between this test and troponen levels?

[@royalproductions54]

My bnp was 11 but I take metoprolol for high blood pressure. Does the metoprolol cause a false interpretation of the bnp?

[@lunarhiannon6391]

Hi there, thank you for posting this video. It was very informative for me. I was just recently diagnosed with pericarditis, coronary artery disease, left left left ventricular, hypertrophy, and having a lot of trouble with extreme fatigue, just walking a short distance is hard. I’ve had swelling in my legs, my feet and ankles for a few years now and I gain 6 pounds in a day.And then urinate very frequently all night. the fluid, pressure on my chest, squeezing and my breathing has gotten really bad, they found out that my both my lung bases have Atelectasis. I am new to this I’m scared, and if you have any advice or know of questions, I can ask my cardiologist that would be fantastic and I would appreciate it very much. I wish you were here and I wish you could be my doctor. Kind regards Luna.

[@chrisbennett6260]

great video very. informative thank you

[@showtimecharlie6734]

Very good !!!

[@GillianSamuel-o2h]

That was very informative and helpful. I have had HF for 16 years and they suggested Entresto. Nobidy explained why. Now I understand. Thank you.

[@westfield90]

My father was extremely healthy and walked 4 miles a day. However a few weeks after the second vaccine booster he went into CHF. That’s when I first heard about BNP. His life is completely ruined as is our lives. He can barely walk 1/2 mile now and nothing else changed in his life except that vaccine. What are the treatments you mention that can be very effective?

[@vegasrichsave]

Thank you for helpful videos Dr Sanjay Gupta

[@jeffrey4577]

❤

[@timjenkins7019]

Mine was over 400 when l had pneumonia, and l was told not to worry.

[@theredfaceofficial]

Thank you Dr Sanjay Gupta for your great information in this video. You are doing an amazing job helping others like myself better understand heart health. My mother passed away in 2011 from heart failure which started after a major heart attack in 2010. She lived another 20 months after that first heart attack. I really do miss her. ❤️🙏🏽

[@faryapirbazari]

Fantastic. Please talk about proBNP too. Thanks.

[@irenenavarrette1918]

Can you get better levels by diet & no meds?

[@irenenavarrette1918]

Hi Dr. Gupta! How are you Sir? This is very good information. I'm learning so much and understanding my labs! You are blessing, love you! Thanks again, appreciate you!

[@donaldgrier4815]

Excellent presentation

[@melanieroberts72]

My husband’s provider did a NT-proBNP. Normal is less than 125. At what level should the provider order an ECG?

[@TheRawKrystal]

Mine was 160 but it was along with breathlessness, leg swelling/pitting edema, persistent rapid heart rate, and (what brought me to the dr) was what I thought was a cold/cough. It was walking pneumonia/bronchitis. An ekg in urgent care came back “not good” and I ended with a consult to cardiology. This was all in the last two weeks. The cardiologist did a quick echocardiogram in office and said my heart was functioning well. My watch started detecting afib at a very low percentage for the last month but because I’m only 41, he seemed to think it was all fine and just stress. However, I pushed for more investigation and was just fitted with a two week continuous ekg monitor today. Then it’ll be about a week and a half for results after I send it in to be read and processed. Hope this helps ❤️‍🩹🙏🏼

[@theredfaceofficial]

@@TheRawKrystal Please update here with your outcome. Wishing you all the best. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@ashig6251]

My father is suffering with BNP and also kidney infection please suggest what we should do??? 🙏🙏🙏

[@Bhappy925]

This information has put my mind at ease. Idk how vertigo symptoms lead to this test at urgent care. I indeed only had vertigo. Although my bnp is 290, I have no HF symptoms. I do suffer from panic attacks and hypertension. I will have a echocardiogram though. Thanks you.

[@knktoys1313]

My BNP was 37 I have been having quick runs of SVTs and 2 rare NSVTs of up to 5 beats. Would this test help me know that my risk of sudden cardiac death is low or it is just regarding having an blockage type heart attack not a electrical issue?

[@homerjones3490]

You missed a big one - cancer and specifically in my case a renal tumor. Because I had a heart attack, Cardios thought I was having heart failure and recommended an ICD. But after the renal tumor was removed the BNP fell back to lower than levels three yrs before the tumor was discovered. NIH has warned cardios not to confuse this with heart failure. After the tumor was removed my BP fell (I take 2 x BP meds) and the Cardio had no idea why until I discovered this. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5761308/

[@dollyrama1132]

Can u do a video on why my heart aches with every beat when I eat the smallest amount of salt?

[@ronaldwhite6476]

Thank you. I’m waiting for my bnp results any day now and in my mind I’m a dead man. This video has happened me a lot regardless of what my numbers turn out to be.

[@CelineNoyce]

Yes I just got this test. Thank god it was very low (good). So glad I can order my own blood tests now.

[@MzDaUgly]

i habe a ton of heart failure symptoms but my BNP was 35. Echo showed diastolic dysfunction. And small perdcarditis effusion small 0.7. Also trace regurgitation like 3 valves im 21 and scared . Could this be HFpEF?

[@debbiezilinski6723]

Thank you so so much for explaining about BNP. My husband's cardiologist kept saying his BNP was grossly elevated but wouldn't explain when asked. I really appreciate all your videos, they are very informative. God bless you ❤️

[@TheTorch1971]

Thank you for this. I'm currently studying for a Heart failure nurse interview. This has been really helpful.

[@Thefroggang101]

My BNP came back at 19mg and someone told me that's too low? 🙃 now I'm worried, is it true?

[@michelesoto5919]

Thank you for touching on Entresto!! Was put on it earlier this year and started my 3rd increase and don’t know if coincidence, but started feeling better after the first day after dragging, fatigue & brain fatigue since 2009 with TBI then AHF 2019.

[@lukebrisbane5380]

I have a history of Cardio Myopathy in my family. I am wondering if this mechanism is also involved in the body attempting to reduce the effects of enlargement of the heart ?

[@wiltonpt1]

My only concern is that it’s important to try to find the drivers of disease and trying to keep BNP from breaking down does not address this. Many hearts are developing dysfunction because of emotional factor , lack of exercise, or bad deficient diets and overall lifestyle

[@kiransunrays518]

Just love and it helped me understand my dads BNP of 1900s.. BUN 70. Cr1.3he had recent MI jn April 22 and went through everything and finally home.. after 4 months.. 82 ur old.. I was so worried but u made me feel and better He is symptomatic lately with sob with exacerbation. O2 remains 95-100%RA,, v weak had some virus or aspiration issue and on abo Lined up for interesta soon as you mentioned was a doer and never in any meds, very independent and no no patience and wants to do it all.. Any suggestions

[@bill6872]

I have acute thickening of left ventricular wall and septum. History of mold exposure and high ACE levels. Could this be cardiac sarcoidosis? I'm following up with doctors, but it's slow getting answers. Thank you!

[@latchmansugrim9245]

Great advice doc