Diabetic cardiomyopathy
Diabetic Cardiomyopathy
Diabetic cardiomyopathy (pronounced: dye-uh-BET-ik kahr-dee-oh-my-OP-uh-thee) is a disease of the heart muscle that occurs in people with diabetes.
Etymology
The term "diabetic cardiomyopathy" is derived from three Greek words: "diabetes" (a siphon), "cardia" (heart), and "pathos" (suffering).
Definition
Diabetic cardiomyopathy is a disorder of the heart muscle in people with diabetes. It can lead to inability of the heart to circulate blood through the body effectively, a state known as heart failure, with accumulation of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) or legs (edema).
Symptoms
Common symptoms of diabetic cardiomyopathy include shortness of breath, fatigue, swelling of the legs and feet, and palpitations.
Causes
The exact cause of diabetic cardiomyopathy is unknown, but it's thought to be related to high blood sugar levels over time affecting the heart muscle. Other factors that may contribute include hypertension, obesity, and insulin resistance.
Treatment
Treatment for diabetic cardiomyopathy involves managing the underlying diabetes, controlling symptoms through medications, and lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise. In severe cases, a heart transplant may be necessary.
Related Terms
- Diabetes
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart failure
- Pulmonary edema
- Edema
- Hypertension
- Obesity
- Insulin resistance
- Heart transplant
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Diabetic cardiomyopathy
- Wikipedia's article - Diabetic cardiomyopathy
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