Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy
Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (HOCM) is a serious condition in which the muscles of the heart become abnormally thick, making it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body.
Difficulty breathing
Occurs or worsens with exertion
Recurrent
common
Dizziness
With exertion
or Fainting
With exertion
common
Irregular heartbeat
Occurs or worsens with exertion
Recurrent
common
Chest discomfort
Center of the chest, Left side
Occurs or worsens with exertion
Recurrent
common
Rapid heart rate
Fever
Greater than or equal to 38°C (100.4°F), Less than 38°C (100. 4°F)
Family history of sudden cardiac death
or Family history of sudden death while doing sports
or Family history of hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy
High blood pressure disease
If you have Cardiomyopathy, then a visit to a cardiologist is highly recommended.
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Cardiologist