What should patients with cardiomyopathy pay attention to?

Written by Zhang Yue Mei
Cardiology
Updated on September 18, 2024
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Patients with cardiomyopathy need to rest adequately, avoid overexerting themselves, and not get overly emotional to keep their mood calm and prevent an increased burden on the heart, which could trigger heart failure. In their diet, they should consume easily digestible foods that are high in superior protein and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. These foods can provide the high-quality proteins, vitamins, and trace elements needed by the body, enhancing immunity and disease resistance. In the event of thrombosis and myocardial cell repair, systematic medication treatment under a doctor's guidance is essential to promote myocardial repair.

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The difference between cardiomyopathy and coronary heart disease

Cardiomyopathy refers to a type of disease characterized primarily by organic changes in the myocardium, such as dilated cardiomyopathy, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and restrictive cardiomyopathy. These diseases are characterized mainly by pathological changes in the myocardium itself, forming a category of heart diseases. In contrast, coronary heart disease often refers to a type of heart disease caused by the narrowing of the coronary arteries due to atherosclerosis, leading to insufficient blood supply to the heart. Cardiomyopathy often manifests as damage to the myocardium, while coronary heart disease often manifests as blockage of the blood vessels. This is the fundamental difference between these two categories of heart diseases.

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What should patients with cardiomyopathy pay attention to?

Patients with cardiomyopathy need to rest adequately, avoid overexerting themselves, and not get overly emotional to keep their mood calm and prevent an increased burden on the heart, which could trigger heart failure. In their diet, they should consume easily digestible foods that are high in superior protein and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. These foods can provide the high-quality proteins, vitamins, and trace elements needed by the body, enhancing immunity and disease resistance. In the event of thrombosis and myocardial cell repair, systematic medication treatment under a doctor's guidance is essential to promote myocardial repair.

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Can people with cardiomyopathy eat spicy food?

Generally speaking, patients with cardiomyopathy during stable phases may consider consuming spicy food, especially since these patients often have relatively poor appetites. Using mildly spicy food can potentially stimulate the appetite and improve nutritional status. However, from another perspective, excessive consumption of spicy food may cause patients to drink large amounts of water. Excessive intake could potentially increase the burden on cardiac function; therefore, it is not recommended for patients with cardiomyopathy to consume overly spicy foods. Patients with cardiomyopathy also have dietary restrictions, including a diet low in salt and fat, as overly salty diets can also exacerbate the burden on the heart and kidneys.

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Which department should I register for cardiomyopathy?

Cardiomyopathy is a common disease in our daily lives, characterized primarily by changes in the myocardium. After being diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, many patients often ask which department they should register with at the hospital. Generally speaking, cardiomyopathy falls under cardiovascular diseases, so registration should be with the department of cardiology. Cardiologists often prescribe a cardiac echocardiogram to diagnose myocardial diseases. Conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or dilated cardiomyopathy require a cardiac echocardiogram for detection, which is the most commonly used examination for cardiomyopathy.

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What is dilated cardiomyopathy?

Dilated cardiomyopathy is a relatively common disease in our daily lives. So, what is dilated cardiomyopathy? It refers to a disease characterized primarily by an enlarged heart and a severe reduction in the heart's pumping function. The cause of dilated cardiomyopathy is often unclear. Its clinical symptoms typically present as symptoms of heart failure, such as exertional dyspnea, or severe orthopnea and profuse sweating. Additionally, arrhythmias are also a common manifestation of dilated cardiomyopathy, such as atrial fibrillation, frequent premature ventricular contractions, and ventricular tachycardia. If diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy, it is essential to visit the department of cardiology at a hospital for specialized treatment and to take medication as prescribed. (The use of medication should be under the guidance of a professional doctor.)