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Unstable angina (UA) (also "crescendo angina"; this is a form of acute coronary syndrome) is defined as angina pectoris that changes or worsens or begins suddenly at rest. [12] Unstable angina is a medical emergency and requires urgent medical treatment from a doctor. [5] It has at least one of these three features: [13]
Angina comes from the latin angere, which means to strangle, and pectoris comes from pectus, meaning chest—so angina pectoris loosely translates to “strangling of the chest”, which actually makes a lot of sense, because angina pectoris is caused by reduced blood flow which causes ischemia to the heart muscle, or lack of oxygen to the ...
Microvascular angina is a type of angina pectoris in which chest pain and chest discomfort occur without signs of blockages in the larger coronary arteries of their hearts when an angiogram (coronary angiogram) is being performed. [68] [69] The exact cause of microvascular angina is unknown.
Prinzmetal's angina: Chest pain is caused by coronary vasospasm. It is more common in women younger than 50 years and has associations with tobacco, cocaine, or triptan use. People usually complain of chest pain at rest that is unrelated to stress or exertion.
The severity of angina on exertion was categorised by independent observers who detailed threshold activities for each level and noted the changes over time (different stages of angina pectoris are based on the level of difficulties patients have with carrying out ordinary activities; ordinary activities includes walking and climbing the stairs).
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A diet high in fruits and vegetables decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease and death. [132] A 2021 review found that plant-based diets can provide a risk reduction for CVD if a healthy plant-based diet is consumed. Unhealthy plant-based diets do not provide benefits over diets including meat. [98]
While younger clients often focus on building muscle mass, improving athletic performance, or achieving a certain physique, the goals for men over 50 tend to prioritize long-term health ...