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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Learning Center

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Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy(HCM) is a condition in which the heart muscle becomes thick. The thickening makes it harder for blood to leave the heart, forcing the heart to work harder to pump blood.Cardiomyopathy- hypert...

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Symptoms
Fatigue, reduced activity tolerance Shortness of breath when lying down.Some patients have no symptoms. They may not ...
Causes
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is often asymmetrical, meaning one part of the heart is thicker than the other parts. The...
Tests
These sounds may change with different body positions.The pulse in your arms and neck will also be checked. The docto...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to control symptoms and prevent complications. Some patients may need to stay in the hospit...
Risk Factors
  • Family History of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Prevention
If you are diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, your health care provider may recommend that your close blood ...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if:.You have any symptoms of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy You d...

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