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

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Dr. Barton Cook answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

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

Dr Kiblawi agreed

Answered 3/5/2018

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Dr. John Breinholt answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Probably not: You may speak to a recruiter, but a heart condition, particularly one that has activity restrictions associated, may preclude you from enlisting. Talk to your cardiologist about your risks and restrictions, then talk to your recruiter.

Answered 3/29/2013

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