Patient's question:
Recently, I've always felt chest tightness and pain, especially after meals when the discomfort is more pronounced. I've only felt my heart race and ache. Due to the busy training schedule, I haven't been to the hospital yet. Since I've been quite free lately, I went to the hospital, and the result was hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. What are the diagnostic criteria for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?Doctor's answer:
The diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is based on the ratio of the interventricular septal thickness in diastole to the thickness of the left ventricular posterior wall being greater than or equal to 1.3. Avoid strenuous activities, maintain emotional stability, and do not consume a diet high in salt. Avoid foods that are excessively greasy or fried. Regularly undergo echocardiography to monitor heart function. Based on the results of the examination, medication may be prescribed.