<s>[INST] What is the consequence of not availing timely treatment? [/INST] Heart failure is a serious, chronic condition that gradually worsens over time. Eventually, it can shorten your life. Starting the medical treatment on noticing symptoms can help manage the same. Source: NARAYANA HEALTH . Link: https://www.narayanahealth.org/blog/common-patient-questions-related-to-heart-failure/. Field: Cardiovascular. Disease: Heart Failure </s>