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    • Understanding Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

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      Myths and Facts about Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

      How much do you know about hypertrophic cardiomyopathy? See if you can figure out fact from fiction.

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      What to Watch For

      Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy causes the heart muscle to enlarge. Learn some of the symptoms of HCM to watch out for.

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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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