MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CARDIOLOGY

HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the common symptoms for cardiomyopathy?
A
swelling, fatigue, and fever
B
Chest discomfort, rapid heartbeats, and fatigue
C
Bloating, dizziness, and nausea
D
Rapid heart beats, fever, and nausea
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Breathlessness with activity or even at rest. Swelling of the legs, ankles and feet. Bloating of the abdomen due to fluid buildup. Cough while lying down. Difficulty lying flat to sleep. Fatigue. Heartbeats that feel rapid, pounding or fluttering. Chest discomfort or pressure. More items •02-Apr-2022

Detailed explanation-2: -The main symptoms are chest pain and breathlessness, similar to those of a heart attack. Always call 999 if you or someone else experiences these. The condition – known medically as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, or acute stress cardiomyopathy – is more common in women. It’s temporary and reversible.

Detailed explanation-3: -It can affect men and women of all ages. Symptoms can appear in childhood or adulthood. Symptoms include shortness of breath on exertion, dizziness, fainting, and chest pain (angina). Some people have arrhythmias, which may lead to sudden death.

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