Angina

• What is a common symptom of angina related to breathing?


  Breathlessness
• Which symptom of angina involves a feeling of discomfort in the chest?

  Chest pain
• What does the feeling of tightness in the chest during angina indicate?


  It may spread to the arms, neck, and jaw
• What is the primary cause of angina?


  Narrowing of arteries supplying blood to the heart muscles
• What is atherosclerosis?


  A build-up of fatty substances in the arteries
• Which lifestyle factor can increase the risk of atherosclerosis?


  An unhealthy diet
• How does a lack of exercise relate to angina?

  It can increase the risk of atherosclerosis
• What is one of the risk factors for angina related to smoking?


  Smoking increases the risk of atherosclerosis
• How does increasing age affect the risk of angina?


  It increases the risk of atherosclerosis
• What role does family history play in the risk of angina?


  A family history of atherosclerosis or heart problems increases risk
• Can angina be caused by conditions other than atherosclerosis?


  Yes, it can be caused by other conditions affecting the heart
• What is one of the main symptoms of coronary heart disease (CHD)?


  Chest pain (angina)
• What is another symptom of coronary heart disease besides chest pain?


  Shortness of breath
• Which area of the body may experience pain due to coronary heart disease?


  Neck, shoulders, jaw, or arms
• What feeling might a person with coronary heart disease experience that indicates a serious condition?


  Feeling faint
• What is a common gastrointestinal symptom of coronary heart disease?


  Feeling sick (nausea)