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Medical Conditions - Cardiomyopathy

Cardiomyopathy is a heart condition where the heart muscles become enlarged, thick, or rigid, making it hard for the heart to pump blood. The main types include dilated, hypertrophic, and restrictive cardiomyopathy. Breathlessness, swelling of ankles, abdominal bloating, fatigue, and rapid heartbeats are some of the common symptoms.

All cardiomyopathy Q&A

Why does my wife have irregular periods after PPCM recovery?

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Answered By
Dr. Ali Osman

Dr. Ali Osman

What causes left ventricular dysfunction and heart failure?

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How to improve peripartum cardiomyopathy after a C-section?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Peripartum cardiomyopathy is a rare type of heart failure. It occurs during pregnancy or immediately after delivery.

I have numbness in my left hand. Could it be heart-related?

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What is the management of severe asthma?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.I have gone through the detailed history you have given. Yes, it will be effective.

Can hypertension cause dilated cardiomyopathy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have hypertension, which may cause concentric left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH).

What causes heart issues during pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The left ventricle of your heart is slightly weak, showing mild dysfunction.

How is diastolic dysfunction managed?

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Answered By
Dr. Isaac Gana

Dr. Isaac Gana

What are the survival rates for heart transplants?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sorry to hear about your heart transplantation need. Heart transplant waiting time varies from country to country and state to state.

How to get cured of peripartum cardiomyopathy?

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