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Overview
Cardiomegaly, also known as an enlarged heart, is a condition characterized by an increase in the size of the heart chambers. This enlargement can occur due to various underlying factors, including heart diseases such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathy, valve disorders, and congenital heart defects. Other causes may include infections, inflammation, excessive alcohol consumption, or certain medications. Cardiomegaly can affect heart function, leading to shortness of breath, fatigue, chest pain, palpitations, and fluid retention. In some cases, cardiomegaly may be asymptomatic and only detected during routine medical evaluations or imaging tests. Treatment for cardiomegaly focuses on managing underlying conditions to reduce strain on the heart and improve symptoms. This may include lifestyle modifications such as diet and exercise, medications to control blood pressure or heart rhythm, and, in severe cases, surgical interventions such as valve repair or heart transplant. Early diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial in preventing complications and preserving heart health in individuals with cardiomegaly.
Symptoms Of Cardiomegaly
Causes Of Cardiomegaly
Diagnosis Of Cardiomegaly
Treatment Of Cardiomegaly
Treatment for cardiomegaly focuses on managing the underlying causes, improving heart function, and preventing complications. Approaches vary based on individual health and the severity of the condition:
Cardiomegaly, or an enlarged heart, can result from various factors, including heart diseases such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathy, valve disorders, and congenital heart defects. Other causes may include infections, inflammation, excessive alcohol consumption, or certain medications.
Symptoms of cardiomegaly can vary depending on its underlying cause and severity. Still, they may include shortness of breath, fatigue, chest pain, palpitations, dizziness, and fluid retention (edema) in the legs and abdomen.
Diagnosis of cardiomegaly typically involves a thorough medical history review, physical examination, and imaging tests such as chest X-rays, echocardiogram, CT scans, or MRI to assess the size and function of the heart chambers.
Complications of cardiomegaly may include heart failure, arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats), blood clots, stroke, and sudden cardiac arrest if left untreated or poorly managed.
Treatment for cardiomegaly aims to address underlying conditions and manage symptoms. This may include lifestyle modifications such as diet and exercise, medications to control blood pressure or heart rhythm, and, in severe cases, surgical interventions such as valve repair or heart transplant. Regular medical follow-ups are essential to monitor heart function and adjust treatment as needed.
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