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Medical Conditions - Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy

In hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, the heart muscles become abnormally thick and make it difficult for the heart to pump blood. When thickening happens in the muscular septum between the ventricles, it prevents the blood flow out of the heart, known as hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy. There is no treatment for a complete cure of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. It can be managed with medications to regulate heartbeat and surgeries.

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How can my father manage hypertrophic cardiomyopathy at 62?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern.

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Should individuals worry if there is a family history of HOCM?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As there is a family history of HOCM (hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy) in the family and sudden death, you need to do an echo yearly.

Can I have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy at 32 years of age?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your echocardiography report and I am willing to explain the cause for the increased LV (left ventricular) mass value.

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Suffering severe chest pain and palpitation after food and walk.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy (HOCM) needs further treatment even after stenting. Can you tell me exactly what drugs you are on? So that I can help you further. Revert back to a cardiologist online --> https://www.icliniq.

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