Exertional Angina

Exertional angina is chest pain/pressure brought on by physical exertion and relieved by rest/nitroglycerin, due to coronary atherosclerotic stenosis limiting flow reserve. Treatment: sublingual nitroglycerin for attacks; anti-anginal prophylaxis (beta-blocker/CCB); aspirin/statin; risk-factor modification; coronary angiography/revascularization if refractory or high-risk.

Common Symptoms

Chest pain on exertion; relieved by rest/nitrates; coronary risk factors; by stable/unstable pattern

Causes and Pathogenesis

Coronary stenosis limits flow reserve, causing exertional myocardial ischemia.

Treatment

Nitrates for attacks; BB/CCB prophylaxis; aspirin/statin; revascularization if refractory

Preventive Measures

Risk-factor control; antiplatelet/statin; cardiac rehab.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Cardiology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.