Angina pectoris
Seriousहिंदी: छाती में दर्द · தமிழ்: மார்பு வலி · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಎದೆ ನೋವು · తెలుగు: ఛాతీ నొప్పి · বাংলা: বুকে ব্যথা · मराठी: छातीत दुखणे · ગુજરાતી: છાતીમાં દુખાવો
About this condition
Angina is chest tightness from reduced blood flow to the heart, increasingly common in India due to diabetes, hypertension and lifestyle factors. The tightness typically occurs with physical activity or stress and improves with rest. It requires medical evaluation and treatment to prevent heart attack.
Common symptoms
chest tightness or pressurediscomfort with exertionpain radiating to armshortness of breathrelieved by restsweating
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When to see a doctor: within 24 hours for cardiac evaluation
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Angina pectoris?
chest tightness or pressure, discomfort with exertion, pain radiating to arm, shortness of breath, relieved by rest, sweating.
When should I see a doctor?
within 24 hours for cardiac evaluation
Is Angina pectoris common in India?
Angina pectoris is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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