Heart Muscle Disease Explained Fast Symptoms, Causes

Описание: Heart muscle disease, medically known as cardiomyopathy, is a condition where the heart muscle becomes weakened, thickened, stiff, or enlarged, making it harder for the heart to pump blood effectively. Over time, this can lead to heart failure, abnormal heart rhythms, or sudden cardiac arrest.

🔬 Main Types of Heart Muscle Disease

1. Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

The heart chambers enlarge and weaken
Most common type
Can be caused by genetics, viral infections, alcohol, or chemotherapy

2. Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)

Heart muscle becomes abnormally thick
Often inherited
Can block blood flow and cause sudden cardiac death in young athletes

3. Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM)

Heart muscle becomes stiff but not thick
Limits the heart’s ability to fill with blood
Often linked to rare diseases or scarring

4. Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy (ACM)

Healthy muscle is replaced by fatty or fibrous tissue
Increases risk of dangerous arrhythmias
Often genetic

⚠️ Common Symptoms

Shortness of breath
Fatigue
Chest pain
Swelling in legs, ankles, or feet
Dizziness or fainting
Irregular heartbeat
(Some people may have no symptoms early on.)

🧠 Causes & Risk Factors

Genetics / family history
High blood pressure
Heart attacks
Viral infections
Alcohol or drug abuse
Diabetes or obesity
Autoimmune diseases
🩺 Diagnosis
Doctors may use:
Echocardiogram
ECG (EKG)
Cardiac MRI
Blood tests
Genetic testing
Heart biopsy (rare)

💊 Treatment Options

Treatment depends on the type and severity but may include:
Medications (beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, diuretics)
Lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, quitting alcohol)
Implanted devices (pacemakers, defibrillators)
Surgery
Heart transplant (severe cases)

✅ Living With Cardiomyopathy

Many people live long, active lives with proper management, early diagnosis, and regular follow-up care.

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a licensed medical professional. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or health decisions.