Medically reviewed by Christopher Lee, MD Key Takeaways Cardiomyopathy is a disease that affects the heart muscle, making it weak or stiff.Medication, surgery, and lifestyle changes can help improve ...

A new study published in the journal of Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine revealed that Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT-2i) were associated with improved left ...

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) thickens the left ventricle in your heart, which can make pumping blood harder and raise the risk of complications if untreated. HCM symptoms can be mild or absent ...

In this survey of 1,297 members of the HCMA, symptoms of chest pain, dyspnea, palpitations, syncope, and lightheadedness were reported by over half. As expected, exertion was a significant trigger of ...

Breathlessness or chest pain doesn’t always indicate blocked arteries. Doctors warn these symptoms may signal Hypertrophic ...

Living with any kind of heart-related disease can be worrisome, especially one with a range of symptoms, such as obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). This genetic condition causes a ...

You can manage the risks of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) with treatment and lifestyle changes. Here’s how to make the most of your next medical checkup. HCM is a genetic condition in which the ...

Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy symptoms such as trouble breathing, a racing heart, and fatigue can make daily tasks difficult. These tips can help.