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Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy

Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy is a disease that occurs due to heavy consumption of liquor for a long period of time.

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Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy

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  1. Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy

  2. Alocholic Cardiomyopathy Alcoholic cardiomyopathy is a disorder in which drinking too much alcohol over a long period of time weakens the heart muscle so that it cannot pump blood efficiently. This disease also results in the damage of the center muscular. Subsequent to the direct toxic effects of liquor on muscle, the heart loses the capacity of pumping the blood effectively, leading to cardiac damage.

  3. How Alcohol damages the heart Excessive alcohol is highly toxic to the heart. It can cause many types of damage, including the following problems: • Inflammation • Coronary vasospasm • Free radical damage to the heart • Inhibited protein synthesis • Disruption of membrane structure • Anomalies to receptors • Fatty acid ester accumulation

  4. Symptoms of Alocholic Cardiomyopathy • Feeling of tiredness most of the time • Problems with breathing when lying down • Waking up because of shortness of breath • Swelling in the feet, ankles, or legs • Swelling in other parts of the body • Decreased production of urine • Fast or irregular pulse • Shortness of breath that develops with activity

  5. Treatment of Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy Alcoholic cardiomyopathy can be mostly reversed if detected early. Once the heart is badly damaged, then the prognosis will be poor and the condition will be irreversible. The treatment of alcoholic cardiomyopathy is mostly aimed at preventing further deterioration and includes: • Medications such as beta blockers, ace inhibitors and diuretics. These drugs will help to reduce the strain on the heart. • Lifestyle changes including complete abstinence from alcohol.

  6. Preventive Measures: Alcoholic cardiomyopathy is a consequence of years of excessive alcohol use. Do not use alcohol in excess. If you drink heavily and find that you cannot cut down or stop drinking, seek help. Control other risk factors for heart disease by maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly. Eat a generally well-balanced, nutritious diet, and avoid smoking.

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