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Dilated cardiomyopathy is a condition in which the heart becomes weakened and enlarged, and it cannot pump blood efficiently. The decreased heart function can affect the lungs, liver, and other body systems. There are s... |
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Symptoms
Symptoms of heart failure are most common. Usually, they develop slowly over time. However, sometimes symptoms start ...
Causes
There are many causes of dilated cardiomyopathy. Some of these are: Coronary artery disease (See: Ischemic cardiomyop...
Tests
Cardiomyopathy is usually discovered when the doctor is examining and testing you for the cause of heart failure. Tap...
Treatments
When the cause of the dilated cardiomyopathy can be found, that condition is treated. For example, if alcohol or coca...
Prevention
Eat a well-balanced and nutritious diet; Exercise to improve heart fitness; Stop smoking; Minimize alcohol consumption.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of cardiomyopathy. If chest pain, palpitations, or faintness deve...
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