Angina
Angina is chest pain that occurs when the blood supply to the muscles of the heart is restricted. It usually happens because the arteries supplying the heart become hardened and narrowed.
The most common symptom of angina is a feeling of pain or discomfort in your chest. The pain can feel tight, dull or heavy.
Angina is caused by narrowing and hardening of the main blood vessels going to the heart, which limits blood supply to this major organ.
If you see your GP after experiencing chest pain, they'll probably ask about the pattern of your symptoms for example, if you've noticed any particular triggers.
Treatment of angina aims to provide immediate relief from the symptoms, prevent future attacks, and reduce your risk of having a heart attack or stroke.
Heart attacks and strokes are the most serious complications of angina. The stress of living with a long-term condition can also have an impact on your emotional health.
Having a healthy lifestyle with a healthy, balanced diet, taking regular exercise and avoiding smoking helps reduce your risk of angina.