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Yes, these symptoms should be taken seriously and discussed with your doctor right away. Shortness of breath and heart murmurs are common symptoms of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). These symptoms occur because the thickened heart walls can prevent oxygen-rich blood from flowing properly and can cause blood to back up Show Full Answer

Yes, these symptoms should be taken seriously and discussed with your doctor right away. Shortness of breath and heart murmurs are common symptoms of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). These symptoms occur because the thickened heart walls can prevent oxygen-rich blood from flowing properly and can cause blood to back up into the lungs. Seek immediate emergency medical attention if you experience shortness of breath along with any of these symptoms:
• Sweating
• Nausea or vomiting
• Lightheadedness or weakness
• Chest pain
• Unusual sensations in abdomen, neck, jaw, or shoulders
• Rapid or irregular heartbeats
• Coughing up foamy or pink mucus

Even if you're unsure whether it's an emergency, it's always better to seek medical help to be safe.

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