Signs Of Cardiomyopathy

Fatigue

Everyone feels fatigue at some point in the day, whether it be due to lack of sleep or overexertion. Feeling exhaustion that doesn't improve with rest or sleep, however, is a sign of cardiomyopathy. That said, it is crucial to understand fatigue is more than just sleepiness. It is a deep weariness and lack of energy that is both pervasive and bothersome. Like the other symptoms of heart disease, it is a sign blood is not circulating enough for the body to receive nourishment. While there are many reasons to feel chronic exhaustion, cardiomyopathy included, it is a good idea to consult a doctor to try to pinpoint the cause.

Chest Discomfort

Chest discomfort and pain are common symptoms of certain types of cardiomyopathies, like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Most individuals experience pain and discomfort in their chest when they are exerting themselves or engaging in physical activities. In most cases, this symptom can be alleviated with rest. However, some individuals affected by cardiomyopathy experience chest discomfort and pain even at times when they are at rest.

Chest discomfort may also be described as an unusual sense of pressure or weight on their chest. Some describe this manifestation of cardiomyopathy as if someone is squeezing their chest cavity. Palpitations or an abnormal awareness of the beating of the heart can also cause a cardiomyopathy patient to experience discomfort in their chest.