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I was diagnosed with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy. should i stop playing sports?

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Yes: This condition is a major cause of sudden death in exercise / sports. Certainly follow your doctors guidance with this condition.

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Barton Cook answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Absolutely!: It is the most common cause of sudden cardiac death in sports.

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/4/2012

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