Treatment of heart diseasees
Disease/problem Causes Symptoms Treatemnt
Cardiomyopathy,congestive Usually unknow; however, alcohol metal poisoning, and some hormolnal conditions can cause it Heart failure,problems with heart block (slow heartbeat),and possibly palpitations. Valves may become leaky. Symptoms are treated with drugs and sometimes a pacemaker is necessary
Cardiomyopathy,hypertrophic Cause unknow;may run in families Angina and occasionally fainting attacks due to obstruction ofleft ventricle Drugs may relieve the obstruction.Occasionally an operation may be necessary.
Coronary artery disease Results from blocking of the coronary arteries with atheroma (fatty deposits) Angina pain. May cause a heart attack and heart failure. Treatment is with drugs or by surgery to improve the heart’s blood supply and end the pain. Diuretics remove excess fluid from lungs and tissues.
Endocarditis Due to pre-existing heart problem, an abnormal valve. Infected valve may burst. Fever,heart failure and general ill healrt Antibiotics. Badly damaged valves may need surgery.