Our Specialty Clinic

What is Our specialty clinic?

Our specialty clinic offers Cardiomyopathy & heart failure clinic, Systemic Hypertension clinic, Pulmonary hypertension clinic, Arrythmias clinic, Fetal cardiology clinic.

Dialated Cardiomyopathy

DCM is a heart condition that has many causes. It can affect entire families if the cause is genetic. There are specific areas that are common to DCM despite the cause. Learn about these common areas below and further explore what is known about the genetics of DCM.

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a disease in which the heart muscle becomes thickened, also called hypertrophied. The thickened heart muscle can make it harder for the heart to pump blood. Many people with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy don't realize they have it.

Dilated cardiomyopathy symptoms in children

- Fatigue and Weakness: Children may tire easily during physical activity or show decreased energy levels overall.
- Breathing Difficulties: Shortness of breath, rapid breathing, or labored breathing, especially during exercise or when lying down.
- Poor Growth: Failure to thrive or inadequate weight gain due to the body's increased energy needs and decreased appetite.
- Swelling: Edema or swelling in the legs, ankles, feet, abdomen, or around the eyes due to fluid buildup.
- Frequent Infections: Increased susceptibility to respiratory infections.
- Pale or Cyanotic Skin: Pallor or a bluish tint to the skin, lips, or fingernails, indicating poor oxygenation.
- Chest Pain: Although less common, some children may experience chest discomfort or pain.
- Heart Palpitations: Awareness of the heartbeat, which may feel rapid, irregular, or pounding.
- Poor Feeding in Infants: Infants may have difficulty feeding, leading to poor weight gain and growth.
- Dizziness or Fainting: Episodes of dizziness, lightheadedness, or syncope (fainting), especially during physical activity.

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