Angina

Introduction
Many times we hear that some one had an angina attack. The term angina is related to heart disease. During an angina attack the patient suffers from chest pain due to insufficient flow of blood, (ischemia) or the inability of heart to pump the blood properly (myocardium). Angina happens due to the insufficient blood supply which can be due to many problems like heart muscles are weakened or vessels are hindered by some obstruction in between. The word angina is used to describe chest pain. However it is not a heart attack but the symptoms can be confused with that of heart attack. There are three kinds of angina; stable, unstable and variant. Each kind is specified by its own symptoms and duration of pain. The duration of stable angina is for few minutes and then it gradually disappears. The duration of unstable angina is also for a short period of time but every time its intensity of pain is increased. During the spasm when the blood supply is slowed down or completely stopped it is called variant angina. Variant angina can even result in heart attack. Almost 3 to 5 % people are affected by angina in U.S. each year.

Alternative Names
The alternative name for angina is angina pectoris.

Causes
When heart muscles do not get proper amount of oxygen, it can result in angina. The blood vessels which are responsible for the supply of blood to the heart are not doing their work in the approved manner. Coronary artery disease can be a cause of the angina attack. Another artery disease called artherosclerosis can also result in angina attack. During artherosclerosis the plaques formed in the artery cause hindrance in proper supply of blood which results in lack of oxygen to heart muscles. As the heart does not get the required amount of oxygen, its working is disturbed and the muscles face stress and strive hard to work in the normal ways. The struggle of heart muscles causes pain in the chest, which is the characteristic of angina. Emotional stress and physical stress can lead to over working of heart muscles and can cause heaviness of chest. Smoking and alcohol is also suspected contributing factors in causing angina. Sedentary life style is also a cause of angina as it can increase the weight of the patient.

Risk Factors

People with cholesterol problems.
People who remain usually under stress or hypertensive patients.
Cigarette smokers.
Diabetic patients.
Being over weight.
Usually males are affected more.
Genetic acquired characteristics.

Symptoms & Signs

The pain can be felt under the chest bone.
Duration of the pain can vary from 5 minutes to half an hour.
Bloating problem can be felt.
Pain in chest can be spread to left shoulder, Jaws, neck and also the back.
Feeling heaviness in chest.
Choking can also occur.
Difficulty in breathing.
It can occur at rest.
Syncope can be followed too.
The patient may become cold during the attack.

Diagnosis
The diagnosis can be made by ECG reports, angiography, and stress test can help in revealing the situation of the patient besides the symptoms. Doctor can make it out from the symptoms but tests are necessary to be carried out.

Prevention

Resting and lying for a while, can relief the symptoms.
Stop smoking.
Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Avoid strain and trauma.
Avoid salt.
Control weight.
Eat low fat diet.
Treatment
The treatment includes medication and surgery also. If the pain and condition pf the patient becomes worse surgery is needed (angioplasty). Sometimes coronary artery bypass is also needed to treat angina.

Primary Natural Supplements
Herbs
- Hawthorn
Quasi Vitamins
- Co-enzyme Q10
Minerals
- Magnesium
Amino Acids
- Carnitine
Secondary Natural Supplements
Herbs
- Khella
Vitamins
- Vitamin B5
Minerals
- Potassium
Other Natural Supplements
- EDTA
Dietary Guidelines
- Eating well balanced diet is best way to prevent most of the diseases.
- Have more raw vegetables and fruits in your diet.
- Avoid red meat; instead have fish and chicken in your meals.
- Add a glass of fresh juice to every day meals.
- Avoid having deep fried food items, they have fats in them.
- Do not eat heavy and rich food especially at late nights.
- Do not use salt in excess it can trigger the symptoms of angina.
- Minimize the intake of sugar, alcohol and caffeine in any form.
- Dairy products should be forbidden.
Home Care Suggestions
Certain changes have to be made in an angina patient’s life such as change in eating habits and controlling weight. The patient must realize the situation himself to bring on improvements in the conditions.

Mind/Body Considerations
Mild exercises should be done with the consultation of the doctor. Learn to cope up with the stress and anxiety to overcome the tension.

Products

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