Real HCM Stories From Real Patients
Watch others who are living with HCM share their experiences and how they found a path forward.
Nicole Stopped Settling
Nicole was becoming less able to
tolerate certain activities. She was
settling for what she thought was
normal aging. Nicole was taking beta
blockers for her HCM but still
experiencing symptoms. After having a
conversation with her cardiologist, they
were ready to explore her options.
All patients and their family members were compensated for their time.
HCM=hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
John Discovered Answers
To treat his HCM, John tried different
therapies, but his symptoms
persisted. John and his cardiologist
had a conversation about his
unresolved symptoms and decided
to look for another option.
Rachel Found Her Inspiration
Surgery initially helped Rachel’s HCM symptoms, but they returned over time.
Feeling stuck and wanting to be active again, she talked to her cardiologist. Together, they discussed options that were new to her.
Sal Stayed Motivated
Sal’s worsening HCM symptoms made it hard to stay active with his son, Collin. Concerned about the potential of heart surgery, Sal talked to his doctor, who introduced other options. HCM once made him feel his story was ending, but having a conversation with his doctor helped him feel more hopeful.
These are just a few stories from people who had a “real talk” with their cardiologists about symptomatic obstructive HCM.
