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What can you do to help yourself?
A little extra care and a few simple lifestyle changes can make a big difference to how well you will feel and your quality of life. On the following pages are tips and guidelines that you should follow to take good care of yourself.
You should also remember these basic points:
• Take your medicine regularly and carefully
• Make sure you do not run out of tablets
• Keep an eye on your diet – useful advice is given later in this leaflet
• Report any sudden weight changes (3lb over two days or 6lb in a week) to your Nurse or GP.
• Report any increase in breathlessness to your Nurse or GP.
• Report any increase in the swelling of your ankles to your Nurse or GP.
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