What Is Angina Pectoris?
Angina pectoris is chest pain or pressure caused by low blood flow to the heart. It’s not a heart attack, but it can be a warning sign. It often means your heart is working too hard and not getting enough oxygen.
This pain can come and go. It may feel mild or strong. It’s a sign that you need to pay attention to your heart health.
What Causes Angina?
Angina pectoris causes include:
When your heart needs more blood than it’s getting, you may feel pain.
What Does Angina Feel Like?
Angina can feel like:
Angina symptoms in women may include tiredness, pain in the jaw, or a burning feeling in the chest. Some people have silent angina symptoms and don’t feel clear pain at all.
Types of Angina Pectoris
Types of angina pectoris:
- Stable angina – happens with activity or stress
- Unstable angina – more serious, happens even at rest
- Variant angina – caused by spasms in heart arteries
Knowing the difference helps decide the best care.
How It’s Diagnosed
Doctors use several tools to find the cause:
They may also look at pathophysiology of angina pectoris to see how blood flow is working under stress.
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Treatment Options
Angina pectoris treatment depends on the type and cause. Most people do better with changes to daily habits and medicine.
Angina treatment options:
In some cases, doctors may suggest a stent or bypass if blood flow is very low.
Is Angina Dangerous?
Yes. It’s not always an emergency, but it means the heart isn’t getting enough blood. It can lead to a heart attack if ignored.
Knowing the difference between angina and heart attack is key. Angina is short-term pain from low blood flow. A heart attack means part of the heart is dying.