How long can a cat with hereditary hypertrophic cardiomyopathy live?

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With hereditary hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a cat’s lifespan cannot be predicted, but with good care it can generally live about 10 years. HCM thickens and stiffens the heart muscle, raising the risk of heart failure and blood clots.

Therefore, take the cat for regular checkups and cardiac ultrasound to detect changes early and treat accordingly.

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