10 Angina Pectoris Symptoms

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  • 1. 1. Angina Pectoris.' Johns Hopkins Medicine, Based in Baltimore, Maryland, www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/angina-pectoris
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Weakness

Another associated symptom of angina pectoris is weakness. It's not a common symptom, but when it does occur, it can be severe. In these instances, the weakness may be so pronounced that the individual has difficulty standing or moving, having to lie still until the attack subsides.

Muscle weakness occurs because of inadequate blood flow leading to insufficient oxygen and nutrients to the muscles. As a result, they are unable to function properly.

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