Question 1

cause and treatment of chronic cardiomyopathy?

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Cardiomyopathy: There are many kinds of cardiomyoopathy, some infectious , some inherited, some toxic, and other causes; there are treatments that work for most depending on the etiology.

Question 2

does the symptom chest pain mean that i have chronic cardiomyopathy?

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Not necessarily: Although patients with cardiomyopathy may experience chest pain, the symptom of chest pain does not necessarily indicate that cardiomyopathy is present. If the chest pain is recurrent or persistent, especially if associated with difficulties breathing, you should be evaluated by your primary care physician.

Question 3

chronically low neutrophils41.3%(50-60)high lymphocytes46.9%(25-40)high anion gap14(4-12)abnormal values@least3-5years.h/opots,cardiomyopathy,irritbs?

Accepted Answer

Hard to know: Much more info needed.  Would first need to know about medications to address. One commonality:  POTS often associates with mast cell or connective tissue problems, especially in light of concomitant cardiomyopathy, and so a work up could begin with a physician familiar with  these syndromes

Question 4

can hypertrophic cardiomyopathy reverse itself in children?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Everyday people have illnesses that were thought terminal or untreatable reverse. So why not cardiomyopathy in a child. This is a big answer to your question and a lot of information is needed...Like how bad is it? Is it bad enough to be on a transplant list? What caused it? Etc. Or if it is already reversing, you have your answer. I am not advising to abandon medical care...

Question 5

should i get my children tested for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy if he is all normal but an athlete?

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Athlete: The american academy of pediatrics and american heart association have screening guidelines for athletes. If you have a family history of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or unexplained sudden death in the family, then evaluation for this process is warranted. You child should undergo a sports clearance physical by his doctor who can discuss this with you.

Question 6

treatment for dilated cardiomyopathy in children?

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Similar to adults: Medications such as ace inhibitors, diuretics, beta blockers, and digoxin are used to control heart failure symptoms. Anticogulation is usually needed. Treatment is similar in adults and children. In severe cases a transplant may be an option.

Question 7

is it possible for prolonged anxiety to cause an enlarged heart and cardiomyopathy in children?

Accepted Answer

No: Anxiety alone and in the abscense of any other clinical or medical condition shouldn't predispose anybody to have an enlarged heart or cardiomyopathy.

Question 8

i have been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy , bbb, copd, chronic bronchitis  and glaucoma, all symptoms effect my life should i  seek disability?

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Yes you should: The severity of your various conditions will determine whether you qualify for disability. Often, the combination of heart and lung disease makes your performance worse than either alone. Good luck!

Question 9

hello all, my great uncle had a hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. i was just wondering gene wise how it affects other family members. he was one of many children and none of the others have it. he also had two kids who dont have it?

Accepted Answer

: It is a complicated topic, you may consult a cardiologist after reviewing the info in these sites.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17116-hypertrophic-cardiomyopathy
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/articles/genetic-testing-for-hypertrophic-cardiomyopathy

Question 10

can chronic nausea come from my restrictive cardiomyopathy ( heart biopsy found this i  have sarcoidosis)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In fact, an long-term upset stomach is often one of the early and more troubling problems when the heart muscle is failing.  I hope you are able to find effective treatment for this often very difficult illness.

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I have been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy , bbb, copd, chronic bronchitis and glaucoma, all symptoms effect my life should i seek disability?

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Hello all, my great uncle had a hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. i was just wondering gene wise how it affects other family members. he was one of many children and none of the others have it. he also had two kids who dont have it?

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Can chronic nausea come from my restrictive cardiomyopathy ( heart biopsy found this i have sarcoidosis)?

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