Bronx, NY
A 46-year-old male asked:
Can dilated cardiomyopathy be treated?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Terrence Cohenanswered
Cardiology 47 years experience
Yes: Any potential causes should be addressed. There are several medications that, in combination, may greatly improve symptoms and slow progression of disease. Lifestyle modifications are appropriate such as tobacco and alcohol abstinence, weight management. In severe cases, there are several surgical options from special pacemakers and defibrillators to heart assist devices to transplantation.
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Dr. Terrence Cohenanswered
Cardiology 47 years experience
Yes: Any potential causes should be addressed. There are several medications that, in combination, may greatly improve symptoms and slow progression of disease. Lifestyle modifications are appropriate such as tobacco and alcohol abstinence, weight management. In severe cases, there are several surgical options from special pacemakers and defibrillators to heart assist devices to transplantation.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
What is dilated cardiomyopathy?
4 doctor answers • 11 doctors weighed in
Dr. William Scottanswered
Pediatric Cardiology 40 years experience
Weak enlarged heart: Dilated cardiomyopathy is a condition where the heart is not pumping normally and is enlarged. There are many causes including inherited conditions, infections and coronary artery abnormalities.
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Last updated Jul 9, 2015
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