Angina pectoris is the name given for pain experienced in the chest caused by temporary lack of oxygen to the wall of the heart.

Symptoms of Angina Pectoris

The main symptom of angina pectoris pain is pain in the center of the chest. Other symptoms of angina pectoris pain referred to:
- throat
- upper jaw
- back
- arms (commonly left more than right)
- difficulty breathing
- sweating
- nausea
- dizziness

Angina pectoris pain is also described as:
- dull
- heavy
- pressure-like pain

Angina pectoris pain is usually experienced during physical activity. It is your osteopath’s diagnostic and clinical skill that helps differentiate this pain from that caused by musculo-skeletal system.

Types of Angina Pectoris
- Chronic Stable Angina
- Nocturnal Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Variant Angina (Prinzmetal’s)
- Decubitus Angina
- Syndrome X (angina)

Risks of Angina Pectoris

Angina pectoris is a symptom, not a condition. Symptoms are caused by conditions. Therefore risks of angina pectoris pain are those of the condition causing the symptom. Conditions that cause angina pectoris pain are:
- myocardial infarction (heart attack)
- panic attacks
- smoking
- high cholesterol
- high blood pressure
- lack of exercise
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Posted by Mr. Trishul Vadi (Principal Osteopath in West Wickham, Beckenham, Bromley & South East London) on Monday, August 16th, 2010