I was recently hospitalized with a pulmonary embolism and then again just to find out that I have idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy, CAD, an EF of 10, mitral valve regurgitation, hyperlipedemia and was in full heart failure. I am now home and have seen the cardiologist (alot) as well as my fami...
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Cardiomyopathy in the young
Joy Buchanan
Monday, October 15, 2007 at 11:35 AM
Ms. Cohen,
Thank you for joining our community and submitting a SharePost.
I am sorry to hear about your recent diagnoses and the trouble you've had finding information for younger women.
We have several resources and experts that may help you.
These links have more information on cardiomyopathy:
Cardiac Enlargement: A Patient Guide
Dilated Cardiomyopathy Images
One of our expert bloggers, Deanne Stein, suffered a stroke when she was just 31 and has recovered. She writes for us and volunteers with the American Heart Association. You can read her profile and send her a message at this link: Deanne Stein.
You can also message Dr. Larry Weinrauch, an expert blogger and cardiovascular internist.
You can also find more information and support groups through The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease.
Please let us know what you find!
Best,
Joy Buchanan
Ms. Cohen,
Thank you for joining our community and submitting a SharePost.
I am sorry to hear about your recent diagnoses and the trouble you've had finding information for younger women.
We have several resources and experts that may help you.
These links have more information on cardiomyopathy:
Cardiac Enlargement: A Patient Guide
Dilated Cardiomyopathy Images
One of our expert bloggers, Deanne Stein, suffered a stroke when she was just 31 and has recovered. She writes for us and volunteers with the American Heart Association. You can read her profile and send her a message at this link: Deanne Stein.
You can also message Dr. Larry Weinrauch, an expert blogger and cardiovascular internist.
You can also find more information and support groups through The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease.
Please let us know what you find!
Best,
Joy Buchanan