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Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy(Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy)
A condition in which the middle wall of the heart becomes thickened, which can disrupt the flow of blood.
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | |||||
| Preteen6-13 | |||||
| Teenager14-18 | |||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
Incurable but treatment can help
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
Body locations
Chest
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