Angina, a heart disease
Angina
is a type of chest pain that is related to coronary artery disease,
also called heart disease. It occurs when there is a lack of adequate
blood flow to the heart which causes a decrease in oxygen. When this
occurs, lactic acid will build up and causes pain.
There
are different types of angina. Stable angina may occur only during
exercise activities or when someone feels very stressed. It should
resolve once the person is arrested and no longer feeling stressed
either physically or mentally.
Unstable
angina is a very serious issue and may be a warning sign for a
possible heart attack. This type of pain occurs more often at rest,
feels more severe, and may even last longer. This type of chest pain
should never be ignored. A person with any type of chest pain should
immediately go to the nearest emergency room or call an ambulance.
During a
chest pain episode, your doctor may order an EKG to check the heart
rhythm, a chest x-ray, a CT scan of the chest to look for blockages,
cardiac enzymes to look for a sign of heart attack, or admit you to
the hospital for further testing.
It is
important to keep a log of your daily blood pressures and pulse.
Always take your medications as prescribed including any blood
thinners or aspirin. Never ignore any signs of chest pain.
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