Infiltrative Cardiomyopathy treatment in Mexicali

Infiltrative cardiomyopathy is a group of diseases of the heart muscle in which abnormal substances or cells deposit in the heart tissue, which makes its walls stiffer and hinders its ability to fill and pump blood normally.

Common symptoms: fatigue, shortness of breath on exertion, swelling of the legs, and palpitations.

Common causes: it is associated with the deposition of proteins or other substances in the heart, sometimes linked to systemic diseases.

Which specialist treats it? The cardiologist studies the function of the heart muscle, the pediatric cardiologist in children, and the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon when a surgical approach is required. If these symptoms appear persistently, it is advisable to evaluate them with a heart professional.