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HCM-ers: Introduce yourself or just say hi
Welcome to the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) group on Mayo Clinic Connect - a place where you can connect with others, learn about living HCM, share experiences and exchange useful information.
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I'm Colleen, and I'm the moderator of this group, and Community Director of Connect. I look forwarding to welcoming you and introducing you to other members.
Why not start by introducing yourself here?
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Hi birdhouse,
I have non-obstructive HCM (I have Apical HCM). I was not diagnosed until I was 78. Had no symptoms except palpitations when diagnosed. About nine months later Atrial Fibrillation presented as persistent. My cardiologist and EP at Mayo both said it was there but never showed on holter monitor as AF does not start as persistent. This is the only problem I have had . It took six months of consist AF sometimes with as high as 175 before it was under control. Rate meds did not work, so am now on Dofetilide (Tikosyn) for rhythm control. Has worked except for some breakthrough episodes in the past nine months.
1birdhouse, I have unobstructive hypertrophic cardmyopathy and would like to discovery what other patients experience as far as symptoms angina etc. Have a good morning.
Hi!
Just found this group. I was diagnosed with HOCM in May last year. I look forward to meeting others and sharing tips on living with this diagnosis. 🙂
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1 ReactionYes, I have obstructive HCM
Yes. I have obstructive HCM
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No doubt you will find helpful information from others who have HCM
Hello @lora711, I'm very happy you found this group!
I hope by reading the stories on here, you are inspired and learn information that can help you.
I am assuming, since you posted in the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy group, you have HCM?
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1 ReactionHi everyone! Lora here. Very happy to learn that this Group/community exists. I will be following it closely. TY
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1 ReactionJust saying hi here. Diagnosis back in April 2024 and it's taken me this long to find this group! Thanks for everyone sharing their stories and information.
Aww, I'll have a look at this. I didn't ask my Dr any question as I wasn't in the position to start for a child immediately. Maybe I will in a few years. My Dr didn't sound like it was something new: to me it sounded like something well established.