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- Also known as: heart muscle diseaseContent medically reviewed byDr. Kabir SethiDM, CardiologyView full profile onLinkedInAn acquired or inherited disease of the heart muscle which makes it difficult for the heart to pump blood to other parts of the body.Urgent medical attention is usually recommended by healthcare providersCan be dangerous or life threatening if untreatedCommon (More than 200,000 cases per year in US)Treatable by a medical professionalOften requires lab test or imagingCan last several years or be lifelongCommon for ages 50 and olderFamily history may increase likelihoodSource: Focus Medica . For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Learn more
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