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Borderline Cardiomegaly

squeak777
I recently had pneumonia and have been diagnosed with bronchiectasis and COPD.  The x-ray revealed "borderline cardiomegaly" and my doctor never addressed this.  Can anyone tell me what this is and should I be concerned?  I am 59 yrs. old and have had asthma and breathing problems most of my life.  thank you
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what does diastolic dysfuction mean
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this means the size of your heart is at the top limits of normal.  Most likely due to the strain of COPD/pneumonia.
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