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    • Understanding Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

    What to Watch For

    Medically Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD on December 05, 2022



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    Nursing 2022 The Peer-Reviewed Journal of Clinical Excellence: "Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, New hope for an old disease."

    American Heart Association: "Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)."

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    Symptoms and Tests

    This thickening of the heart muscle can cause a number of symptoms, like dizziness and palpitations. It’s important to see a cardiologist and get tested.

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    How It's Diagnosed

    Many can live a normal life with this thickening of heart muscle, but it can cause cardiac arrest, too. How can a doctor tell if you have it?

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    Working With Your Care Team

    The more you know about your disease and your symptoms, the more your doctors can help.

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    Exercise Safely With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

    Getting your heart pumping with this condition may make you anxious, but easy-to-moderate exercise has so many benefits. Here’s how to sweat safely.

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    Lifestyle Changes You Can Make

    Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy causes the heart muscle to enlarge. Learn about lifestyle changes you can make to manage this chronic disease.

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