Peripartum Cardiomyopathy Learning Center
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Peripartum cardiomyopathy is a rare disorder in which a weakened heart is diagnosed within the final month of pregnancy or within 5 months after delivery. |
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Symptoms
Fatigue; Feeling of racing heart or skipping beats (palpitations; Increased night-time urination (nocturia; Shortness...
Causes
Cardiomyopathy occurs when there is damage to the heart. As a result, the heart muscle becomes weak and cannot pump b...
Tests
During a physical examination, the physician will look for signs of fluid in the lungs by touching and tapping with t...
Treatments
The woman may need to stay in the hospital until acute symptoms subside. Because the heart dysfunction is usually rev...
Complications
Cardiac arrhythmias (can be deadly; Congestive heart failure; Pulmonary emboli (blood clots in the lungs.
Prevention
Eat a well-balanced, nutritious diet, exercise to increase cardiovascular fitness, and avoid cigarettes and alcohol. ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you are currently pregnant or have recently delivered a baby and think you may have...
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