Dr. Abhishek Shukla today discussed how to differentiate between angina and a heart attack, as both present with chest pain but require different levels of urgency. The first step is to consider the age of the patient, as this helps rule out other possible causes of chest discomfort. Next, the duration of the symptoms must be assessed, angina usually lasts for a few minutes and subsides with rest, while a heart attack often causes prolonged, severe pain. It is also important to ask about other i

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8.7K views · 18 reactions | Angina is temporary chest pain or a sensation of pressure that occurs while the heart muscle is not receiving enough oxygen. Angina most typically occurs in response to exertion and is relieved by rest. Learn more: https://msdmnls.co/3QvDRJu | MSD Manual Consumer | Facebook