10 Causes of Chest Pain
Cause #6: Angina
Our heart pumps blood all over our body, supplying it with oxygen and valuable nutrients. If blood supply to a particular part of the body is stopped, then serious problems can arise. When the flow of blood to the heart is stopped, the result is a myocardial infarction.
Sometimes, though, the blood flow to the heart will be reduced rather than actually stopping, resulting in a sharp pain that is not immediately dangerous. This condition is known as angina and is often mistaken for a heart attack. Since pain in the heart could be an indicator of something very serious, it should always be treated seriously. Often times women experience angina during a heart attack and so these symptoms should be taken seriously.
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