PATIENT INFORMATION
Angina
What is Angina โ
Chest pain due to the heart muscle not receiving enough blood ๐งก
Causes: heart disease (e.g. coronary artery disease), physical/emotional stress ๐ก
What are the Symptoms of Angina โ
Pain/discomfort/tightness in the chest
Pain can spread to your arm, neck, jaw or back ๐ช
Gets worse with additional factors (e.g. exercise)
How do you Diagnose Angina โ
General examination ๐
Electrocardiogram (ECG) ๐
Echocardiogram/X-ray
Blood test (lipid & blood sugar) ๐
How do you Treat Angina โ
Lifestyle changes (e.g. smoking/alcohol/weight loss/diet) ๐ญ
Medication to improve blood supply to the heart (e.g. beta-blockers)
Why should I Worry about Angina โ
Can lead to heart attack and stroke
Effects on quality of life ๐
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