Cardiomyopathy
noun
A disease in which the heart muscle becomes enlarged, thick, or rigid, affecting its ability to pump blood effectively.
His cardiomyopathy was diagnosed after he complained of shortness of breath.

Usage tips
Formal
dilated cardiomyopathy,hypertrophic cardiomyopathy,restrictive cardiomyopathy
noun
A disease in which the heart muscle becomes enlarged, thick, or rigid, affecting its ability to pump blood effectively.
His cardiomyopathy was diagnosed after he complained of shortness of breath.

Usage tips
Formal
dilated cardiomyopathy,hypertrophic cardiomyopathy,restrictive cardiomyopathy
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Context
Use 'cardiomyopathy' mainly in medical discussions.
In discussions about heart conditions, the word became prominent.
Precision
Be specific about the type of cardiomyopathy when discussing cases.
For instance, mention if it is dilated or hypertrophic.
Awareness
Educate about the symptoms associated with cardiomyopathy.
For early diagnosis, recognize signs like fatigue and swelling.
Context
Use 'cardiomyopathy' mainly in medical discussions.
In discussions about heart conditions, the word became prominent.
Precision
Be specific about the type of cardiomyopathy when discussing cases.
For instance, mention if it is dilated or hypertrophic.
Awareness
Educate about the symptoms associated with cardiomyopathy.
For early diagnosis, recognize signs like fatigue and swelling.
Context
Use 'cardiomyopathy' mainly in medical discussions.
In discussions about heart conditions, the word became prominent.
Precision
Be specific about the type of cardiomyopathy when discussing cases.
For instance, mention if it is dilated or hypertrophic.
Awareness
Educate about the symptoms associated with cardiomyopathy.
For early diagnosis, recognize signs like fatigue and swelling.
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