Right now, we often use the same medications to treat weakened heart muscle in takotsubo cardiomyopathy as we do with other forms of heart attack, but there really are not many good studies yet regarding the optimal medication choices for people who have experienced takotsubo cardiomyopathy.

Anyone experiencing signs of cardiomyopathy should seek medical assistance as soon as possible. The proper healthcare expert to contact is a primary care physician or a cardiologist (a heart specialist). These professionals may analyse symptoms, run diagnostic tests, and create a treatment plan tailored to the individual's unique condition and needs. Cardiomyopathy is a critical cardiac illness requiring prompt diagnosis and treatment for the best outcomes.

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as broken heart syndrome, is a sudden stress-induced heart condition. It is not a heart attack but can cause similar symptoms. Underlying heart disease does not appear to be a factor, but a person will need hospital treatment.

A doctor may diagnose takotsubo cardiomyopathy based on the following criteria: A person with takotsubo cardiomyopathy needs supportive care in a hospital setting until the left ventricle recovers. They will often need to stay in hospital for several days. Full recovery can take 3–4 weeks or longer.