Cardiomyopathy is a type of heart disease in which the heart muscle becomes abnormally enlarged, thick, or rigid. It can be fatal but is treatable if diagnosed and treated early.
Cardiomyopathy is usually caused by an inherited gene in people born with the disease, although it can be contracted later in life. The most common type of cardiomyopathy is called dilated cardiomyopathy, which affects the heart’s ability to pump blood and may lead to heart failure, arrhythmias, and other serious heart problems. Other types of cardiomyopathy include hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, in which the walls of the heart thicken; restrictive cardiomyopathy, in which the heart chamber becomes rigid;and arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia, in which the right chamber of the heart is affected.
Symptoms of cardiomyopathy can be difficult to recognize and may include shortness of breath, fatigue, swollen legs, and chest pain. However, if caught early, cardiomyopathy can be managed with medication, lifestyle changes, or even surgery. People diagnosed with cardiomyopathy should follow their doctor’s orders in order to keep their heart healthy and avoid further complications.
Lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, losing weight, exercising regularly, and making healthy eating choices can help manage cardiomyopathy and reduce the risk of complications. Additionally, people diagnosed with cardiomyopathy should have regular check-ups and follow-up with their cardiologist.
It is important to remember that while cardiomyopathy can be serious and life threatening, people can live normal, healthy lives with appropriate treatment and management. With the right care, people with cardiomyopathy can live active and fulfilling lives.
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