Question 1

is apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy uncurable?

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HCM: It is a part of the heart, it isn't going away . If it is causing problems they may be treatable.

Question 2

is apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy cause death?

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Usually not  but...: The hypertrophic cardiomyopathies are a treacherous group, and even when they run in families, patients differ greatly in how their disease shows itself. Apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is best-known in japan and seldom causes trouble. If you feel good, can exercise, and aren't having fainting spells or chest pain, and your physician isn't overconcerned, i would't be either.

Question 3

is apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy an incurable disease?

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Yes: Apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a form of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy whereby the thickening is localized at the tip of the left ventricle. Some are due to mutations of genes that encodes the heart muscles but the majority the cause is unknown. There is no treatment other than treating symptoms if present ,like chest pains,arrhythmia,etc

Question 4

would i still be able to join the army with apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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No: The diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy puts you at risk for a fatal arrhythmia.

Question 5

how do you get a hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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Cardiomyopathy: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (hcm) is a genetically inherited disease. It is inherited in a fashion such that any child of an individual with hcm should be screened for this condition and should see a cardiologist.

Question 6

what people are affected by hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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HCM: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy doesn't occur in any particular frequency in one group of people over another. It is relatively uncommon, being seen in about 1 in 500 people in the general population. However, it occurs in a hereditary form more than 50% of the time and therefore relatives of people with this disease should be screened for it.

Question 7

please tell me, could i get hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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Not acquired: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is caused by mutations of the proteins that make up the contractile apparatus of the heart, in general.  That means it is not something you "get." generally, if you have the genetic makeup to cause hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, you should have evidence (abnormal echocardiogram) by 43 years of age, so if you have a normal echocardiogram you aren't going to develop hcm.

Question 8

how do i figure out if i have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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See cardiologist: Interested to know why you have this particular concern…I assume there is a family history? In any event, a screening ECG will be helpful, as these are generally markedly abnormal in the setting of HCM. An echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart) can also assess for hypertrophy, and there may be genetic testing available if another family member has been diagnosed and a gene identified.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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HCM: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: caused by a mutation in one of several genes for heart muscle proteins. Heart muscle becomes thick. HCM can be inherited or can arise spontaneously. The main clinical concern is that in some cases it is assoc with an increased risk of sudden death. Athletes with cardiac arrest during sports are often found to have HCM. This condition needs expert management.

Question 10

is hcm (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy) hereditary?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is frequently inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern meaning that an affected individual has a 50:50 chance of passing the condition to their children.

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