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Cardiomyopathy
Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
- Homeopathic Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
- Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
- Psychotherapy Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
- Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
- Surgical Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
- Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
- Other Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
What is Cardiomyopathy
Symptoms of Cardiomyopathy
Causes of Cardiomyopathy
Risk factors of Cardiomyopathy
Complications of Cardiomyopathy
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Cardiomyopathy
Precautions & Prevention of Cardiomyopathy
Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
Homeopathic Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
Homeopathic remedies can be successfully used for Cardiomyopathy. Homeopathic remedies help in the treatment of cardiovascular ailments in the heart. The homeopathic medicines are selected after a full individualizing examination and case-analysis, which includes the medical history of the patient, physical and mental constitution, family history, presenting symptoms, underlying pathology, possible causative factors etc. Following are some homeopathy remedies for cardiomyopathy.
- Aconitum napellus
- Argentum nitticum
- Barites carbonica
- Aurum metallicum
- Crataegus
Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
Acupuncture & Acupressure has an effective treatment for cardiovascular diseases, particularly cases where there is irregular heart rhythm or constricted blood flow. It improves cardiac physiology.
Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
Behavioral counseling and psychotherapy can help patients who are at known risk for heart disease. Effective counseling typically involved multiple individual or group sessions and stressed techniques to boost patients’ skills, motivation and social supports and personal involvement in goal setting. Psychotherapy and counseling can contribute to positive results. Hypnotherapy can resolve underlying psychological issues.
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
Medications may improve the strength of the heartbeat. Drugs such as nitrates, beta-blockers, and calcium-channel blockers relieve chest pain and complications of heart disease. Nitrates improve blood flow to the heart, and beta-blockers reduce the amount of oxygen required by the heart during stress. Calcium-channel blockers help keep the arteries open and reduce blood pressure. Aspirin helps prevent blood clots from forming on plaque deposits, reducing the likelihood of a heart attack and stroke. Cholesterol-lowering medications are also indicated in most cases.
Surgical Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy can be treated with following surgical procedures:
- Septal Myectomy or Septal Myomectomy
- Surgically Implanted Devices
- Heart Transplant.
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
- Low-salt diet, and in some cases a low-fat diet.
- A weight loss diet may be recommended if you are overweight.
- Stop drinking alcohol.
Other Treatment of Cardiomyopathy
- Regular exercise strengthens the heart and lowers blood pressure.
- Exercise to the full extent your doctor recommends.
- Deep breathing exercises, muscle relaxing techniques and yoga.
- Get at least seven hours of sleep each night
What is Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy literally means disease of the myocardium, or heart muscle. These diseases have a variety of causes, symptoms, and treatments. As cardiomyopathy worsens, the heart becomes weaker. In this disease, the heart loses its ability to pump blood and beat at a normal rhythm. In the most severe cases, cardiomyopathy can lead to congestive heart failure. The four main types of cardiomyopathy are Dilated cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Restrictive cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia (ARVD).
Symptoms of Cardiomyopathy
The symptoms of cardiomyopathy vary, depending on the physical changes they cause in the heart. They include:
- Shortness of breath especially after exertion
- Decreasing ability to tolerate physical exertion
- Chest pain
- Leg swelling
- Dizziness, Fatigue and angina
- An enlarged and tender liver
- Sensation of feeling heart beat (palpitations)
- High blood pressure
- Shortness of breath
Causes of Cardiomyopathy
Possible causes of cardiomyopathy include:
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Several viral infections.
- Abuse of cocaine
- Long-term high blood pressure.
- Use of some chemotherapy drugs to treat cancer.
- Thyroid disease and diabetes.
- Deficiencies of essential vitamins or minerals
- Heart valve problems
Risk factors of Cardiomyopathy
- A family history of cardiomyopathy
- Coronary artery disease or Previous heart attack
- Viral infection that inflames the heart muscle
- Diseases such as hemochromatosis, sarcoidosis, or amyloidosis
- Prolonged high blood pressure
- Long-term alcoholism
- Diabetes or severe obesity
Complications of Cardiomyopathy
- Heart failure
- Sudden death
- Blood clots
- Diagnosis of Cardiomyopathy
Diagnosis can be done by following steps.
- Medical History – Your doctor will want to learn about your medical history, your symptoms, your family history or changes on a heart tracing (ECG).
- Physical Exam – Physical signs like swelling of the ankles, feet, legs, or abdomen suggests fluid buildup, a sign of heart failure help your doctor diagnose cardiomyopathy.
- Diagnostic Tests – You may have one or more of the following tests to diagnose cardiomyopathy.
- Blood Tests
- Chest X ray
- EKG (Electrocardiogram)
- Echocardiography
- Stress Test
If doubt still exists, then more medical procedures are done to confirm a diagnosis. They are Cardiac Catheterization, coronary angiography and Myocardial Biopsy.
Precautions & Prevention of Cardiomyopathy
you can take following steps to lower your risk for conditions that may lead to or complicate cardiomyopathy.
- Following a healthy diet
- Avoiding the use of alcohol and illegal drugs
- Regular physical exercise.
- Avoid smoking
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Regular health check ups.
- Take all of your medicines as your doctor prescribes.
- Control high blood pressure and diabetes.
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