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)

Is there any corolation with dilated cardiomyopathy and fibromyalgia?

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I am a 22 yr old with Dilated cardiomyopathy. 5 month ago I had a 5 day fever and I was left with Chronic body pains the docs think I might have fibromyalgia but are uncertain
You did not directly answer my question
you shouldn't be jumping to the fms diagnosis

heart disease alone causes wide spread pain and fatigue as do dozens of otehr common conditions..

you could have had some sort of virus that takes months to recover from--i had mono for 10 months..lymes can take a long time, etc  (+ info)

Is it possible for a teenager to have stress cardiomyopathy "broken heart syndrome"?

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I was just reading an article about stress cardiomyopathy and i saw that it occurs in middle aged or elderly women (average age about 60) or post-menopausal women, i have read in some articles that younger people get it but that didn't help. Can teenagers get it too?
Cardiomyopathy.Can teenagers get it too? Yes.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is probably the most common cause of sudden cardiac death peaking between ages fifteen and thirty-five years. In this disease portions of the left ventricle of the heart may enlarge and lead to obstruction of blood flow from the ventricle especially during heavy exertion. When blood flow obstruction occurs, the teen may develop shortness of breath on exertion, chest pain, palpitations and fainting.

Some people who develop cardiomyopathy may have no signs and symptoms in the early stages of the disease. But as the condition advances, signs and symptoms usually appear. No matter what type of cardiomyopathy you have, signs and symptoms tend to get worse unless treated. In certain people, this worsening happens quickly; while in others, the disease may not worsen for a long time.

Most of the time, the cause of the cardiomyopathy is unknown. In some people, however, doctors are able to identify some contributing factors.Because the condition is sometimes hereditary, your doctor may advise that your family members be examined for cardiomyopathy.
In most cases you can't prevent cardiomyopathy. Let your doctor know if you have a family history of the condition. If cardiomyopathy is diagnosed early, treatments may prevent the disease from worsening.

You can help reduce your chance of heart failure by avoiding some of the conditions that can contribute to a weak heart, including the abuse of smoking,alcohol or cocaine, or not getting enough vitamins and minerals. Controlling high blood pressure with diet and exercise also prevents many people from developing heart failure later in life.

I am not a doctor and I cannot give you the right answer. I have a family history of heart disease. Your physician or cardiologist can give you more accurate information and details.

Take care as always!  (+ info)

I have hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, Anyway i can prolong my life ?

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I have been Diagnosed with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy , Should i stop sports ? and change my diet ?

What is the best ways to prolong my life as i don't want to die young.
It entirely depends on your just how hypertrophied your heart muscle is. If the problem is mild then it may not impede on your life at all. If your problem is moderate to severe then some people are told to avoid strenuous exercise as much as possible.

With regards to diet, there are no specific foods you need to avoid bit it is important that you do not become too overweight as this will put a strain on your heart. Avoid alcohol too.

The main risk is arrhythmia's which are the most common cause of sudden death in young adults. Are you taking any medication? If you re-edit this question with more detail I can be of more help.  (+ info)

Are you or do you know of any young people with cardiomyopathy?

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I am 20, and was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy last October. I know of someone a couple of years older than me who has the same condition, and was just wondering how many more young people have this condition and how it affects their life.
Cardiomyopathy is more common than people know about. I was 26 when I was first diagnosed. I'm now 37 and doing well. so you can live a long time with it. It affects your life if you have to take diuretics. But it does put you at a greater risk of going into CHF, which would require a hospital stay, which I like to refer to as an unscheduled 'vacation'. You do need to watch your sodium intake, which I find hard to do if I eat out, so cooking your own food is the best for you. You can lead an active life. So you might not run the Boston marathon, but you'll still be able to exercise. Don't believe the information about prognosis. Most of that is based on old people who have had too many damaging heart attacks, and that's not your case. If you were 70 or older yes, not you.  (+ info)

Are heart transplants typically performed on a person with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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Have there even been any heart transplants performed on patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
Occasionally yes, however, there are some surgical techniques (alcohol ablation or surgical myomectomy) which can treat the condition as well, so transplants are reserved for people who fail/cannot tolerate these procedures.  (+ 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)

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