Causes
The pain from variant angina is caused by a spasm in the coronary arteries (which supply blood to the heart muscle).
The coronary arteries can spasm as a result of:
- Exposure to cold weather
- Stress
- Medicines that tighten or narrow blood vessels
- Smoking
- Cocaine use
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Symptoms
- Located under the chest bone
- Described as squeezing, constricting, tightness, pressure, or crushing, which is usually severe and may radiate to the neck, jaw, shoulder, or arm
- Often occurs at rest
- May occur at the same time each day, usually between 12:00 midnight and 8:00 AM
- Lasts from 5 to 30 minutes
- Can cause fainting or loss of consciousness
If you experience any of the above symptoms, please contact Dr. Shahzad or call 911 immediately!
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