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Diastolic Dysfunction Gr 2
About 4 weeks ago, I had an Echo performed which revealed that I have grade 2 Diastolic Dysfunction. I am a 57 year old female with a pending diagnosis for Scleroderma and wondered if this is something that needs further evaluation. This is the first time I have ever met with a cardiologist who said he would not worry about the finding until I displayed some symptoms, i.e., high BP, SOB, chest pain, etc. Just trying to be the best advocate that I can for myself. I would love to hear comments and/or advice.
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I don't have diastolic dysfunction, but read a little bit about it here: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23434-diastolic-dysfunction
It sounds like some of the causes are treatable. Did your cardiologist discuss possible causes with you? It also sounds like there are some negative effects of leaving it untreated. But I am not a medical professional.
If what you describe is the entirety of what was discussed with your cardiologist, I'd consider getting a second opinion or at least discussing it with your PCP.
After my second covid infection I was diagnosed with diastolic heart failure. I just had more tests done as a follow up and the heart failure has resolved itself. Covid is a very strange concoction.