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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) in Cats - Symptoms & Management
Manage feline HCM with cardiac medications and regular veterinary monitoring.
Mar 10, 2026
What is Feline HCM?
Feline HCM is abnormal thickening of heart muscle. Most common feline heart disease.
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Symptoms
- Difficulty breathing
- Rapid breathing
- Exercise intolerance
- Heart murmur
Diagnosis
Cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography) is diagnostic standard.
Treatment
- Beta blockers
- Calcium channel blockers
- Diuretics
Sources & References
- Cornell Feline Health Center - Feline Heart Disease
- ACVIM - Feline Cardiomyopathy Guidelines
Regular monitoring prevents complications and extends survival.