REFERENCES FOR ANGINA
Wed MD - Angina is the result of the heart not receiving enough oxygen. Most times angina is not a serious illness but angina that lasts more than a few minutes or is chronically occurring may cause for consultation with a physician.
Mayo Clinic - There are two categories of angina, stable and unstable angina. Unstable angina can last for more than 30 minutes and can happen even while at rest.
Revolution Health - Sharp stabbing pains that increase with breathing and movement are symptoms of angina pain.
Medicine Net - Angina pain may radiate and be felt in the neck, back and shoulders. Angina may be a sign of more serious cardiac conditions.
Everyday Health - Certain risk factors increase a person's chances of developing angina, are obesity, high cholesterol and tobacco use.
MSN Health - Electrocardiograms (EKG or ECG) are tests that monitor the electrical activity of the heart via electrodes placed on the arms, legs and chests. EKG's are one method of diagnosing the cause of angina.
Right Health - Angina is also called angina pectoris and is pain in the chest as the result of reduced blood flow to the heart.
Medline Plus - Causes of Angina can be coronary blockages from plaque buildup or Coronary Artery Disease.
Baptist Health Systems - Stable angina is predictable and usually occurs because of over exertion during extreme physical activities. Nitroglycerin tablets placed under the tongue can provide immediate relief for angina symptoms.
Health Insite - Prinzmetal's angina can occur while at rest and is usually very severe. Beta blockers and calcium channel blockers are common medications used for the treatment of angina.
Health Line - Aspirin therapy can be used to thin blood and ease its flow through arteries clogged by plaque and cholesterol.
Chronic Angina - Chronic angina can have an impact on the activities of daily living, many people may avoid strenuous exercise and physical activities that trigger their angina. Treatment to manage angina can include beta-blockers, anit-platelet therapy, lipid-lowering therapy, and calcium channel blockers.
Pub Med Health - Coronary heart disease (CHD), atherosclerosis and blood clots may be underlying causes of angina. Risk factors associated with angina include diabetes, family history of CHD, high blood pressure, lack of exercise, obesity and tobacco use.
Medscape Reference - Inadequate blood flow causing a lack of oxygen to the heart muscle results in angina pectoris.
Angina Pectoris.org - Crushing, squeezing, pressure in the chest area accompanied with dizziness and shortness of breath are common signs of Angina Pectoris. Angina pectoris can last from a few minutes up to 15 minutes. Longer and more chronic episodes of Angina pectoris may be the result of a more serious cardiac condition.