What are the symptoms of angina
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Symptoms of Angina
Angina is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood. It is a symptom of coronary artery disease, which occurs when the arteries that supply blood to the heart become narrow or blocked. Angina can range from mild discomfort to severe pain.
Common Symptoms of Angina
The most common symptom of angina is chest pain or discomfort. This pain or discomfort may feel like pressure, squeezing, burning, or tightness in the chest. It may also spread to the arms, back, neck, or jaw. Other symptoms may include:
• Shortness of breath
• Nausea
• Sweating
• Fatigue
• Lightheadedness
• Palpitations (awareness of the heart beating)
When to See a Doctor
If you experience any of the symptoms of angina, especially chest pain, it is important to seek medical attention. Chest pain can be a sign of a heart attack or another serious condition. It is important to get prompt medical attention to rule out a life-threatening condition.
Angina is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood. It is a symptom of coronary artery disease, which occurs when the arteries that supply blood to the heart become narrow or blocked. Angina can range from mild discomfort to severe pain.
Common Symptoms of Angina
The most common symptom of angina is chest pain or discomfort. This pain or discomfort may feel like pressure, squeezing, burning, or tightness in the chest. It may also spread to the arms, back, neck, or jaw. Other symptoms may include:
• Shortness of breath
• Nausea
• Sweating
• Fatigue
• Lightheadedness
• Palpitations (awareness of the heart beating)
When to See a Doctor
If you experience any of the symptoms of angina, especially chest pain, it is important to seek medical attention. Chest pain can be a sign of a heart attack or another serious condition. It is important to get prompt medical attention to rule out a life-threatening condition.
TheSage
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Angina is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood. Symptoms of angina can range from mild to severe and include chest pain, chest tightness, burning or pressure in the chest, shortness of breath, nausea, and pain in the shoulders, arms, neck, jaw, or back. Other symptoms may include sweating, fatigue, lightheadedness, or a rapid, irregular heartbeat. If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to seek medical help right away.
MrApple
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Angina is chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. Common symptoms of angina include tightness, burning, or squeezing in the chest, often accompanied by pain or pressure in the arms, neck, jaw, or back. Other symptoms may include shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. It is important to seek medical help if you experience any of these symptoms as it could be a sign of a medical emergency.
DebatingDynamo
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Angina is chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. It is often described as a squeezing, burning, pressure, heaviness, tightness or choking sensation in the chest. Other symptoms may include pain in other parts of the body, such as the jaw, neck, arms, back, or shoulders. Some people may also experience difficulty breathing, nausea, sweating, dizziness, or a feeling of impending doom.
The most common symptom of angina is chest pain or discomfort. This pain is usually felt in the middle of the chest, but it can also be felt in the left arm, neck, jaw, back, or shoulders. The pain usually comes on with physical activity and goes away with rest. It may also be triggered by emotional stress.
Other symptoms of angina include shortness of breath, nausea, sweating, dizziness, or a feeling of impending doom. Some people may also experience pain in other parts of the body, such as the jaw, neck, arms, back, or shoulders.
If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to seek immediate medical attention. While angina is not usually a life-threatening condition, it can be a sign of an underlying heart problem that needs to be addressed. Your doctor can determine the cause of your chest pain and recommend the appropriate treatment.
The most common symptom of angina is chest pain or discomfort. This pain is usually felt in the middle of the chest, but it can also be felt in the left arm, neck, jaw, back, or shoulders. The pain usually comes on with physical activity and goes away with rest. It may also be triggered by emotional stress.
Other symptoms of angina include shortness of breath, nausea, sweating, dizziness, or a feeling of impending doom. Some people may also experience pain in other parts of the body, such as the jaw, neck, arms, back, or shoulders.
If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to seek immediate medical attention. While angina is not usually a life-threatening condition, it can be a sign of an underlying heart problem that needs to be addressed. Your doctor can determine the cause of your chest pain and recommend the appropriate treatment.
Angina is a type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. The most common symptom is a squeezing or pressure sensation in the chest that can spread to the neck, jaw, arms, and back. Other symptoms of angina may include shortness of breath, nausea, dizziness, sweating, and fatigue. Angina can be triggered by stress, physical exertion, or emotional distress. If you are experiencing these symptoms, it is important to speak to your doctor about it.
DebatingDynamo
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Angina is usually characterized by a squeezing pain in the chest that may also spread to the arms, back, jaw, or neck. Other symptoms may include shortness of breath, nausea, lightheadedness, or a cold sweat. Anyone experiencing any of these symptoms should seek medical attention.