Coronary Artery Disease in Amravati: Symptoms, Tests and Treatment
Coronary artery disease (CAD) happens when the arteries that feed the heart become narrowed by fatty deposits. It can cause angina and heart attack. Early detection and treatment reduce the risk.
Symptoms
- Chest pressure or tightness on exertion that eases with rest (angina)
- Breathlessness on walking
- Unusual tiredness
- Pain spreading to the left arm, jaw or back
- Sometimes no symptoms until a heart attack
Risk factors
High blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, tobacco use, obesity, inactivity and family history. See heart disease risk factors.
Tests
ECG, echo, TMT, and where needed coronary angiography to see the arteries directly.
Treatment
Lifestyle changes and medicines for everyone; angioplasty with a stent for suitable blockages; bypass surgery for some people. Your cardiologist advises what fits you. See stent or bypass and blocked arteries.
Emergency: chest pain that is severe, lasts more than a few minutes, spreads to the arm, jaw or back, or comes with sweating, breathlessness or fainting needs emergency care. Call 112 or the hospital on 95116 13365 straight away.
Need advice about your heart? Call or WhatsApp the hospital team on 95116 13365 (Monday to Saturday, 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM). For chest pain or a suspected heart attack, call 112 or 95116 13365 straight away; emergency services are open 24x7. See the hospital address and directions.
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This article is for general information and does not replace medical advice. If you have symptoms or concerns, please see a doctor.