Dilated Cardiomyopathy Treatment in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Dilated cardiomyopathy is a type of heart muscle disease that causes the heart chambers (ventricles) to thin and stretch, growing larger. It typically starts in the heart's main pumping chamber (left ventricle). Dilated cardiomyopathy makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body.

Symptoms of dilated cardiomyopathy — such as fatigue and shortness of breath — can mimic other health conditions. A person with dilated cardiomyopathy might not notice any symptoms at first. But dilated cardiomyopathy can become life-threatening. It's a common cause of heart failure.

Dilated cardiomyopathy is more common in men than women. Treatment of dilated cardiomyopathy may include medications or surgery to implant a medical device that controls the heartbeat or helps the heart pump blood. Sometimes, a heart transplant is needed. If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, seeking timely Dilated Cardiomyopathy Treatment in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad can improve quality of life and long-term outcomes.

Some people with dilated cardiomyopathy don't have any signs or symptoms in the early stages of the disease.

Why it’s done?

Signs and symptoms of dilated cardiomyopathy may include:

• Fatigue
• Shortness of breath (dyspnea) during activity or while lying down.
• Reduced ability to exercise
• Swelling (edema) in the legs, ankles, feet or belly (abdomen)
• Chest pain or discomfort
• Fast, fluttering or pounding heartbeat (palpitations)

When to see a doctor

If you are short of breath or have other symptoms of dilated cardiomyopathy, see your health care provider as soon as possible. Call 911 or your local emergency number if you have chest pain that lasts more than a few minutes or have severe difficulty breathing.

If a family member has dilated cardiomyopathy, talk to your health care provider. Some types of dilated cardiomyopathy run in families (are inherited). Genetic testing may be recommended.

It may be difficult to determine the cause of dilated cardiomyopathy. However, many things can cause the left ventricle to dilate and weaken.