UNSTABLE ANGINA:SYMPTOMS

Image via Wikipedia

In continuation with my previous post on angina pectoris,in this post i will explain the symptoms of unstable angina.

In unstable angina,the chest discomfort or chest pain is similar in quality to the chest pain in individuals with angina pectoris.[symptoms of angina pectoris].

But in case of unstable angina the the chest pain is more severe in intensity and is prolonged in duration.

Unlike chest pain in angina pectoris,in case of unstable angina,the chest discomfort may occur even during rest and sublingual[placing the tablet under the tongue] nitroglycerin may not cause any relief.

This condition is much more serious than stable angina.The chest pain of unstable angina may also be associated with respiratory distress,nausea etc.

If any individual experiences this sort of chest pain,he/she should immediately contact emergency medical services for help.

Please consult this topic, with other reliable internet resources or with your doctor.

Tags: symptom, heart, UNSTABLE ANGINA, chest pain, chest discomfort, nitroglycerin, cardiac, angina

Read More...

ANGINA PECTORIS:MYOCARDIAL ISCHEMIA

Image via Wikipedia

Myocardial ischemia is a condition where the blood supply to the heart is compromised due to narrowing of the blood vessels that supply the heart, that is the coronary arteries. Myocardium is the name given to the muscles of the heart.
Angina pectoris is the name given to the chest pain or chest discomfort that occurs due to myocardial ischemia. It is a severe squeezing, sharp pain or heaviness felt in the front of the chest. The pain is felt predominantly over the sternum, which is the bone located in front of the chest, in between ribs of two sides.

This type of pain may radiate to the neck, jaw, arm, shoulders and other areas.

Angina pectoris, is of two types, stable and unstable angina.The pain of stable angina usually occurs after a periods of exertion, be it emotional or physical. The pain of stable angina usually subside after a period of rest or relieved by taking medicines like sublingual nitroglycerine tablets.

I’ll try to explain unstable angina in my next post.

One note of advice, if any individual experiences this sort of chest discomfort, please do not forget to contact your doctor or the emergency department of your nearest hospital.

Please consult this topic, with other reliable internet resources or with your doctor.

Tags: myocardial ischemia, nitroglycerine, ANGINA, stable, UNSTABLE ANGINA, HEART DISEASE

Read More...