The chest pain that typically occurs during a heart attack is triggered by an acute blockage of one of the coronary arteries, usually caused by coronary artery disease (CAD). The abrupt blockage is due to a ruptured atherosclerotic plaque in the arterial wall. Once the coronary artery becomes clogged, the heart muscle being supplied by […]
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A vital decision in assessing chest pain is yours – whether to behave as if it is an emergency and seek medical care. Chest pain encompasses various kinds of symptoms and medical conditions. Some of these conditions are considered trivial and benign but some are dangerous and life-threatening. If chest pain is considered as an
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Chest pain that occurs among athletes can be caused by various causes, but cardiac or heart issues should always be considered. It is a known fact that cardiac issues are bound to develop in some individuals. Even those who engage in sports are not exempted to develop these heart issues, particularly chest pain. If an
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The lung issues that can trigger symptoms include wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath along with chest pain and tightness. It is important to note that some of the symptoms due to lung issues such as chest pain and tightness can be mistaken for symptoms of a heart attack, gastrointestinal issues or blood vessel disorder. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9E0xxCROnqY
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