What Causes Angina?
Angina is a type of chest discomfort due to poor blood flow through the blood vessels (coronary vessels) of the heart muscle (myocardium).
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Angina Pectoris
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Angina pectoris is a term that describes chest pain caused by myocardial ischemia - a condition in which the amount of oxygen getting to the heart... Read more »
Angina
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Angina: stable
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Stable angina is chest pain or discomfort that typically occurs with activity or stress. Angina is a type of chest discomfort caused by poor blood... Read more »
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Ten Things to Do After An Angina Diagnosis
Stay Calm Stress can lead to angina attacks, so it is very important that you try to stay calm at all times. Learn relaxation techniques that you can easily use if you begin to feel stressed. Practice deep breathing exercises and if it helps,...
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