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Angina affects different people in different ways. For most people, it is a pressure or dull pain in the chest area, rather than a sharp pain. It is most often felt as a discomfort or as a heavy weight on the chest. Angina may spread throughout the chest and the arms. It is often felt in the shoulder or upper part of the left arm. Angina may also be felt in the chin, back, wrists, and hands. Taking medicine will usually help stop the pain of angina.
Common Areas Where Angina May Be Felt
Common Activities That May Cause Angina Pain
- Climbing stairs or a hill
- Going outside on a cold day
- Eating a big meal
- Smoking
- Sexual activity
- Emotional stress
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