This test measures the pressures in the heart, the pumping ability of the heart, the blood flow in the heart and coronary arteries and sometimes the electrical activity of the heart. A heart muscle biopsy may be done during the catheterization to find the cause of the cardiomyopathy. With dilated cardiomyopathy symptoms often develop gradually, and many people may not have symptoms for a while. Many people with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy do not have symptoms. 2. chest discomfort 3.
Symptoms vary for people with restrictive cardiomyopathy.
Medications may be used to help the heart pump better, lower the heart rate, or help the body get rid of excess fluid. Surgery may be suggested to improve blood flow, replace a valve, or in some cases a heart transplant is needed. This should be discussed with your doctor. People with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy are often advised to have other members of the family tested for the disease. This is especially important for young people before they begin any kind of strenuous activity.