Angina Attack - Angina pectoris Pain, Types, Cause, Treatment of Angina which is Unstable

Throughout life, arteries are clogging up with fatty deposits. As these fatty deposits cause the coronary and other arteries to become narrower, it becomes increasingly difficult for blood to flow around the body.

The clogged coronary arteries can just about supply blood tothe heart when it is pumping at a normal rate but when the heart rate speeds up, for example because of emotional upset or sudden exercise, the arteries cannot cope with the demand. This leads to an angina attack, a frightening, severe, crushing chest pain that acts as a warning to the casualty to calm down or to rest.

Angina Symptoms

Treatment of Angina

1. Sit the casualty down and reassure her. This reduces the demands being placed on the heart.
2. Angina sufferers may have medicine that will help relieve an attack. This is often in the form of a puffer or tablet that is placed under the tongue. The drug works by dilating the blood vessels, thereby increasing circulation to the heart. Help the casualty to take this medication.
3. Call an ambulance if the pain does not appear to ease or if the casualty is not a known angina sufferer.
4. If the casualty has regular attacks, listen to what she wants to do next.