Is there a connection between LBBB and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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I wonder bc I was diagnosed with LBBB and my cousin was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and I know hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is thought to be genetic...and the symptoms of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy abd LBBB are similar.
so could i have undiagnosed hypertrophic cardiomyopathy? I have the shortness of breath, I was diagnose with excercise induced asthma, etc. is the only thing tested for the thickening?
Well, there is no connection per se between left bundle branch block and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

In simple terms, LBBB refers to a problem with the heart's electrical conductivity and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a thickening of the heart muscle.

The only "connection" is that the conductivity issue will aggravate the overall cardiac output, which is already lowered by the hypertophic cardiomyopathy.

RM: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is not difficult to diagnose. If you have seen a cardiologist, I'm certain that he/she would have been able to detect this.  (+ info)

Is it possible for a teenager to have viral cardiomyopathy?

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I am 14 years old and i have always had problems with dizziness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. Doctors have never found anything wrong with me before and we went over things that were possible for me to have, and yet still found nothing. But we forgot to check my heart. Is it possible for someone my age to have cardiomyopathy?
Heart muscle involvement due to viruses is usually called viral myocarditis and not cardiomyopathy. Though many of your symptoms could also be caused by simple anxiety, especially since doctors have not found anything wrong, it is always useful to get evaluated once again by an expert physician.  (+ info)

what kind of work is possible for a teenager with Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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My 17 yr old son has hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and is about to leave school to start a career, but as a father who has already lost two sons to this condition i would love to know what other teenagers out there are able to do with this condition who also have a Defibrillator as with my son.
As your son is having a defibrillator be careful in selecting a job for him. He should stay away from strong magnetic field and VACUUM TUBES and electrical appliances.
Please contact your physician to choose a right job for him. He is in a better position to recommend.
I am personally confused what to recommend him! as little knowledge is bad and can harm your child.  (+ info)

Has anybody with a family history of cardiomyopathy NOT gotten it?

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My dad had it and he passed away in his late '40s. Now I am freaking out thinking that I am pretty much screwed. I know it is genetic, but I wanted to know if there's anybody who hasn't (or even has) gotten cardiomyopathy just because a parent had it. Thanks!
What kind of cardiomyopathy? There's lots of kinds out there. Can you talk to your dad's doctor who diagnosed him? Some kinds are caused by viruses and are not genetic at all. Find out if uncles, grandparents, etc. also had heart problems. If your own doctor knew your dad, schedule an appointment to talk to him again. Tell him what your concerns are, and get as much info about your dad's cardiomyopathy as you can. Things you can do - don't smoke, drink alcohol in moderation, exercise regularly, get an annual physical every year (with cholesterol check), and try to lead a low-stress lifestyle. And there are very few genetic disorders that automatically "doom" you. Don't worry too much yet, and just do your research for now.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardiomyopathy  (+ info)

How does someone know they have cardiomyopathy?

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Sometimes I have shortness of breath but my doctor told me it's related to anxiety. I will admit that when I get anxious I get very short of breath and tend to panic, and that when I'm not anxious about something I feel fine. However I do feel fatigued when I wake up and I feel fatigued after excersizing so I can't excersize for long amounts of time. Anything I can do?
If your doctor doesn't give you satisfactory answers and you know something is wrong, demand attention. Get a second opinion. Tell them what you think you have, tell them why you think you have it.
Meanwhile, get your exercise but do it moderately, gently. Don't exhaust yourself, there is no need. Being physical is good enough.  (+ info)

How much does it cost to treat cardiomyopathy?

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The question is as vague as it sounds. From just taking water pills, to even heart transplant. Can anyone just give me their basic estimate as to how much it would cost? [Eg - 25$ a month to 5000 dollars?]
hundreds upon thousands. my mother has dialated cardiomyopathy, and her heart meds alone (with insurance) were over $140 a month. Then add in the 'water pills' (Lasix). Doctor appointments, any echocardiograms (about $1500 each, done every 3 to six months)... very pricey. If you need a heart transplant, you're looking at a DOWN PAYMENT of $250,000. Fortunately, my mother didn't need one, as the meds reduced the size of her heart back to normal and her EF rate returned to almost normal after 3 years. But on occasion it enlarges, etc.  (+ info)

Looking for families with children that have Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy located in florida?

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This is a very scary disease for children, and not to well known.
You can try this link, hope it works.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/88398.php  (+ info)

How long would it take for a reversible dilated cardiomyopathy to correct itself?

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I'm 39 years old and I think my running training caused my heart to expand too much. Also, I like to drink... A lot... :)

The problem is that I have a half-marathon coming up in 2 weeks. Is it enough time for my heart to completely recover if I abstain from alcohol and cut down on training?
Alcohol induced Cardiomyopathy is reversible, but you will need to cut back to a small amount of alcohol or it will not reverse.

The short answer is yes, if you cut back then the cardiomyopathy will reverse. Depending on other conditions, this can happen as rapidly as 4-6 months, possibly even less because of your relatively young age.

It is extremely good that you caught this early. Unresolved this leads to heart failure and early death.  (+ info)

How do you get hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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I know this may sound like a stupid question, but I want to know if it's possible to 'develop' this condition at an point in life. Like if I had my EKG and echo 2 years ago and it's fine, can my doctor find I have this condition 2 years later? Or can I just get it at any point? I looked at sites like wikipedia and it just talks about what it is, the diagnosis... but I'm wondering if anyone can get it at any time? Thank you.
I think this very small topic will help you out:

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. This type involves abnormal growth or thickening of your heart muscle, particularly affecting the muscle of the left ventricle. As thickening occurs, the heart tends to stiffen and the size of the pumping chamber may shrink, interfering with your heart's ability to deliver blood to your body. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy can develop at any age, but the condition tends to be more severe among those diagnosed during childhood. Researchers have identified abnormal genes that predispose people to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Most affected people have a family history of the disease.  (+ info)

How long can the body live without the heart? I have Reoccuring Periocarditis/Left Ventricular Cardiomyopathy?

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I have reoccuring periocarditis & LVC with some wall thickening. Let's say I just suddenly drop playing basketball or football or while I'm out for a 5 mile run or while I'm in the bedroom with my woman. Realistically what are the chances of my survival if my heart fails even with the administration of CPR. Also can a heart that has failed due to my condition be defibbed to restart?
I'm not sure, But I will pray for you.  (+ info)

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