What Causes Fatigue,appetite Loss And Insomnia When Suffering From Cardiomyopathy?

Posted on Tue, 17 Jun 2014

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Question : My blood pressure has been 95 over 47. I do take script to slow heart because of cardio myopothy, I have had a sudden weight lost of almost 30 lbs (180 to 148) My appetite has diminished. I get very little sleep, about 2-4 he's a day. I am fatigued, and my legs seem to be giving me more problems lately, painful to walk. My balance seems to be off more lately. I have difficulty in swallowing. What can I do to feel better, if that's possible.

Answered by Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar (16 hours later)

Brief Answer:
I am concerned

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Without knowing your prior health history I would like to give you my opinion here. I would be concerned in a person who had lost 30lbs, has difficulty swallowing and diminished appetite. It is imperative to test further in terms of tumor.

Though cardiomyopathy itself would cause the above symptoms, it is always good to verify.

I should advise to consult the doctor once again. COQ10 is not important right now till the current symptoms are proven benign. If they are benign I would ask you to start COQ10 again.

Hope this helps.

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