Angina pain is often described as squeezing, pressure, heaviness, tightness or pain in the chest. It may feel like a heavy weight lying on the chest. Angina may be a new pain that needs to be checked by a health care provider, or recurring pain that goes away with treatment…CONTINUE READING...CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
Although angina is relatively common, it can still be hard to distinguish from other types of chest pain, such as the discomfort of indigestion. If you have unexplained chest pain, seek medical help right away.
Symptoms
According to Mayoclinic, Angina symptoms include chest pain and discomfort. The chest pain or discomfort may feel like burning, fullness, pressure and squeezing. Pain may also be felt in the arms, neck, jaw, shoulder or back.
Other symptoms of angina include; dizziness, fatigue, shortness of breath and sweating.
The severity, duration and type of angina can vary. New or different symptoms may signal a more dangerous form of angina (unstable angina) or a heart attack.
Any new or worsening angina symptoms need to be evaluated immediately by a health care provider who can determine whether you have stable or unstable angina.
Angina in women
Symptoms of angina in women can be different from the classic angina symptoms. These differences may lead to delays in seeking treatment. For example, chest pain is a common symptom in women with angina, but it may not be the only symptom or the most prevalent symptom for women. Women may also have symptoms such as:
1. Discomfort in the neck, jaw, teeth or back
2. Nausea
3. Shortness of breath
4. Stabbing pain instead of chest pressure
5. Stomach (abdominal) pain…CONTINUE READING
