Announcements
New US Diet Guidelines: What Not to Eat
Instead of just giving Americans a list of healthy food choices, the federal government takes a stab at showing us what not to eat. Get the facts here.
Instead of just giving Americans a list of healthy food choices, the federal government takes a stab at showing us what not to eat. Get the facts here.
Angina
JellyFish99 posted:
Thinking I may be experiencing angina. Wondering if my symptoms may be something entirely different. Frequency has greatly increased and have both individual and family history of cardiovascular issues. But pain is unusual and hoping it might be something like a pinched nerve or something less serious. History: 39 male. smoker. relatively uncontrolled high blood pressure for 15 years, on meds for same. Had some artery issues, a blockage formed/settled in my femoral artery, had fem bypass at 33, then again at 37 (artery filled with scar tissue and some plaque and patch around artery had collapsed replaced with a graft). I have been having these unusual pains. At first they were very infrequent and only in my arm. A tremendous burning deep aching pain unbearable for just a few minutes then went away. Thought it was pinched nerve since i do have back and neck problems. This same exact pain then started presenting itself in my chest and a little to my throat/jaw/left ear. Happened a few times a month, then a few times a week, now several times daily for last few weeks. Wakes me up almost every night/morning, and happens a few time throughout the day without warning. Like I said, this frequency is something new. Only sometimes accompanied by pain in left arm, but almost always accompanied by jaw/ear pain. Only a couple times felt nauseous or out of breath, usually the pain is the only symptom, but I swear it feels like nerve pain because it is so intensely burning and deep. Of course, that begs the question, would I feel it in my chest if it was? Dad died of heart failure in his 40's, mother has heart issues but alive and in her 60's, both sets of grandparents had heart issues as well. So... is there something else that could be causing this? Thanks in advance. And yes, I will be seeing a doctor at some point, just haven't had the time, and I don't want to be one of those guys that goes in for chest pain and it's gas or heartburn, ya know? Speaking of which, I have had nasty heartburn and acid reflux for years, and as much as that sucks, this is an entirely different pain (and worse, if that's possible) and goes away relatively quickly and on it's own.
5 Replies |Watch This Discussion | Report This| Share this:AnginaThinking I may be experiencing angina. Wondering if my symptoms may be something entirely different. Frequency has greatly increased and have both individual and family history of cardiovascular issues. But pain is unusual and hoping it might be something like a pinched nerve or something less serious. History: 39 male. smoker. relatively uncontrolled high blood pressure for 15 years, on meds for same. Had some artery issues, a blockage formed/settled in my femoral artery, had fem bypass at 33, then again at 37 (artery filled with scar tissue and some plaque and patch around artery had collapsed replaced with a graft). I have been having these unusual pains. At first they were very infrequent and only in my arm. A tremendous burning deep aching pain unbearable for just a few minutes then went away. Thought it was pinched nerve since i do have back and neck problems. This same exact pain then started presenting itself in my chest and a little to my throat/jaw/left ear. Happened a few times a month, then a few times a week, now several times daily for last few weeks. Wakes me up almost every night/morning, and happens a few time throughout the day without warning. Like I said, this frequency is something new. Only sometimes accompanied by pain in left arm, but almost always accompanied by jaw/ear pain. Only a couple times felt nauseous or out of breath, usually the pain is the only symptom, but I swear it feels like nerve pain because it is so intensely burning and deep. Of course, that begs the question, would I feel it in my chest if it was? Dad died of heart failure in his 40's, mother has heart issues but alive and in her 60's, both sets of grandparents had heart issues as well. So... is there something else that could be causing this? Thanks in advance. And yes, I will be seeing a doctor at some point, just haven't had the time, and I don't want to be one of those guys that goes in for chest pain and it's gas or heartburn, ya know? Speaking of which, I have had nasty heartburn and acid reflux for years, and as much as that sucks, this is an entirely different pain (and worse, if that's possible) and goes away relatively quickly and on it's own.
CardiostarUSA1 responded:
Hi:
General info -
As Applicable
eHealthMD
Angina pectoris
http://www.ehealthmd.com/library/angina/ANG_whatis.html
-
Additionally, chest pain, stationary or radiating elsewhere, with or w/o accompanying symptoms, has various causes, cardiac and non-cardiac, which includes, but not limited to, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and psychological/psychogenic.
Of the various types of heart conditions, symptoms may/can be acute (occurring suddenly), be chronic (occurring over a long period of time), come and go (be transient, fleeting or episodic) or even be silent.
As reported, smoking increases the circulating levels of catecholamines and free fatty acids, which may contribute to the increased level of total cholesterol and decreased levels of high-density lipoprotein (the good/protective cholesterol) that are found in habitual cigarette smokers.
The effects on platelets may enhance coagulation (blood clotting). There can be accelerated coronary and peripheral vascular disease, and occurrence of a dreaded brain attack and complications from hypertension.
The greatest concern is the acceleration or aggravation of cardiovascular disease. Smoking can promote atherosclerotic vascular disease by contributing to high cholesterol, endothelial injury (damaging the sensitive inner lining of the walls of the arteries), or both.
Complications of hypertension are more severe in those who smoke cigarettes. Smoking can also aggravate hypertension by causing vasoconstriction (narrowing of the vessels).
ALWAYS be proactive in your health care and treatment. Best of luck down the road of life.
Take care,
CardioStar*
WebMD member (since 8/99)
-
-
Be well-informed
Chest pain
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003079.htm
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/chest-pain/DS00016
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/chest_pain/article_em.htm
-
WebMD
Heart Disease TYPES
http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/heart-disease-men
SYMPTOMS
http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/guide/heart-disease-symptoms
Mayo Clinic
Heart Disease
Heart disease is a broad term used to describe a range of diseases that affect your....
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-disease/DS01120
-
HeartSite
Heart info, cardiac tests info, actual diagnostic images
http://www.heartsite.com
-
_ . _
Symptoms of artery-narrowing atherosclerosis are highly variable. Those with mild atherosclerosis may present with clinically important symptoms and signs of disease and heart attack, or absolute worst case scenario, sudden cardiac death may be the first and only symptom of coronary artery disease (CAD). However, many individuals with anatomically advanced disease may have no symptoms and experience no functional impairment.
_ . _
Good to know, for the primary/secondary prevention of heart attack/brain attack
Risk factors for atherosclerosis (typically affects coronary, carotid, peripheral arteries) includes age, gender, genetics, diabetes, smoking (also secondhand), inactivity, obesity, hypertension, high LDL, high Lp(a), high ApoB, high Lp-PLA2, high triglycerides, low HDL (less than 40 mg/dL, an HDL level of 60/65 mg/dL or more is considered protective against coronary artery disease), high homocysteine, and high C-reactive protein (CRP/hs-CRP).
-
Quote!
"Be a questioning patient. Talk to your doctor and ask questions. Studies show that patients who ask the most questions, and are most assertive, get the best results. Be vigilant and speak up!"
- Charles Inlander, People's Medical Society
.
It's your future....be there.
. .
WebMD/WebMD Health Exchanges does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
General info -
As Applicable
eHealthMD
Angina pectoris
http://www.ehealthmd.com/library/angina/ANG_whatis.html
-
Additionally, chest pain, stationary or radiating elsewhere, with or w/o accompanying symptoms, has various causes, cardiac and non-cardiac, which includes, but not limited to, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and psychological/psychogenic.
Of the various types of heart conditions, symptoms may/can be acute (occurring suddenly), be chronic (occurring over a long period of time), come and go (be transient, fleeting or episodic) or even be silent.
As reported, smoking increases the circulating levels of catecholamines and free fatty acids, which may contribute to the increased level of total cholesterol and decreased levels of high-density lipoprotein (the good/protective cholesterol) that are found in habitual cigarette smokers.
The effects on platelets may enhance coagulation (blood clotting). There can be accelerated coronary and peripheral vascular disease, and occurrence of a dreaded brain attack and complications from hypertension.
The greatest concern is the acceleration or aggravation of cardiovascular disease. Smoking can promote atherosclerotic vascular disease by contributing to high cholesterol, endothelial injury (damaging the sensitive inner lining of the walls of the arteries), or both.
Complications of hypertension are more severe in those who smoke cigarettes. Smoking can also aggravate hypertension by causing vasoconstriction (narrowing of the vessels).
ALWAYS be proactive in your health care and treatment. Best of luck down the road of life.
Take care,
CardioStar*
WebMD member (since 8/99)
-
-
Be well-informed
Chest pain
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003079.htm
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/chest-pain/DS00016
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/chest_pain/article_em.htm
-
WebMD
Heart Disease TYPES
http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/heart-disease-men
SYMPTOMS
http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/guide/heart-disease-symptoms
Mayo Clinic
Heart Disease
Heart disease is a broad term used to describe a range of diseases that affect your....
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-disease/DS01120
-
HeartSite
Heart info, cardiac tests info, actual diagnostic images
http://www.heartsite.com
-
_ . _
Symptoms of artery-narrowing atherosclerosis are highly variable. Those with mild atherosclerosis may present with clinically important symptoms and signs of disease and heart attack, or absolute worst case scenario, sudden cardiac death may be the first and only symptom of coronary artery disease (CAD). However, many individuals with anatomically advanced disease may have no symptoms and experience no functional impairment.
_ . _
Good to know, for the primary/secondary prevention of heart attack/brain attack
Risk factors for atherosclerosis (typically affects coronary, carotid, peripheral arteries) includes age, gender, genetics, diabetes, smoking (also secondhand), inactivity, obesity, hypertension, high LDL, high Lp(a), high ApoB, high Lp-PLA2, high triglycerides, low HDL (less than 40 mg/dL, an HDL level of 60/65 mg/dL or more is considered protective against coronary artery disease), high homocysteine, and high C-reactive protein (CRP/hs-CRP).
-
Quote!
"Be a questioning patient. Talk to your doctor and ask questions. Studies show that patients who ask the most questions, and are most assertive, get the best results. Be vigilant and speak up!"
- Charles Inlander, People's Medical Society
.
It's your future....be there.
. .
WebMD/WebMD Health Exchanges does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Report This| Share this:AnginaHi:<br /> <br /> General info -<br /> <br /><i> As Applicable</i><br /> <br /> eHealthMD<br /> <br /> <b>Angina pectoris</b><br /> <br /> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.ehealthmd.com/library/angina/ANG_whatis.html">http://www.ehealthmd.com/library/angina/ANG_whatis.html</a> <br /> <br /> -<br /> <br /> Additionally, chest pain, stationary or radiating elsewhere, with or w/o accompanying symptoms, has various causes, cardiac and non-cardiac, which includes, but not limited to, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and psychological/psychogenic.<br /> <br />Of the various types of heart conditions, symptoms may/can be acute (occurring suddenly), be chronic (occurring over a long period of time), come and go (be transient, fleeting or episodic) or even be silent. <br /> <br /> As reported, smoking increases the circulating levels of catecholamines and free fatty acids, which may contribute to the increased level of total cholesterol and decreased levels of high-density lipoprotein (the good/protective cholesterol) that are found in habitual cigarette smokers.<br /> <br /> The effects on platelets may enhance coagulation (blood clotting). There can be accelerated coronary and peripheral vascular disease, and occurrence of a dreaded brain attack and complications from hypertension.<br /> <br /> The greatest concern is the acceleration or aggravation of cardiovascular disease. Smoking can promote atherosclerotic vascular disease by contributing to high cholesterol, endothelial injury (damaging the sensitive inner lining of the walls of the arteries), or both.<br /> <br /> Complications of hypertension are more severe in those who smoke cigarettes. Smoking can also aggravate hypertension by causing vasoconstriction (narrowing of the vessels).<br /> <br /> <u>ALWAYS</u> be<b> proactive</b> in your health care and treatment. Best of luck down the road of life.<br /> <br /> Take care,<br /> <br /> CardioStar*<br /> <br /> WebMD member (since 8/99)<br /> <br /> -<br /> <br /> -<br /> <br /> <b> Be well-informed</b><br /> <br /> <b>Chest pain</b><br /> <br /> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003079.htm">http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003079.htm</a> <br /> <br /> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/chest-pain/DS00016">http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/chest-pain/DS00016</a> <br /> <br /> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.emedicinehealth.com/chest_pain/article_em.htm">http://www.emedicinehealth.com/chest_pain/article_em.htm</a> <br /> <br /> -<br /> <br /> WebMD<br /> <br /> <b> Heart Disease TYPES</b><br /> <br /><a href="http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/heart-disease-men">http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/heart-disease-men</a> <br /> <br /> <b>SYMPTOMS</b><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/guide/heart-disease-symptoms">http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/guide/heart-disease-symptoms</a> <br /> <br /> Mayo Clinic<br /> <br /> <b> Heart Disease</b><br /> <br />Heart disease is a<b> broad term</b> used to describe a <b><u>range of diseases</u> </b>that affect your.... <br /><br /> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-disease/DS01120">http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-disease/DS01120</a> <br /> <br /> -<br /> <br /> <b> HeartSite</b><br /> <br /> Heart info, cardiac tests info, actual diagnostic images<br /> <br /> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.heartsite.com/">http://www.heartsite.com</a> <br /> <br /> -<br /> <br /> <b>_ . _</b><br /> <br /> Symptoms of artery-narrowing atherosclerosis are highly variable. Those with mild atherosclerosis may present with clinically important symptoms and signs of disease and heart attack, or absolute worst case scenario, sudden cardiac death may be the first and only symptom of coronary artery disease (CAD). However, many individuals with anatomically advanced disease may have no symptoms and experience no functional impairment.<br /> <br /> <b>_ . _</b><br /> <br /> <br /> <b>Good to know, for the primary/secondary prevention of heart attack/brain attack<br /></b><br /> Risk factors for atherosclerosis (typically affects coronary, carotid, peripheral arteries) includes age, gender, genetics, diabetes, smoking (also secondhand), inactivity, obesity, hypertension, high LDL, high Lp(a), high ApoB, high Lp-PLA2, high triglycerides, low HDL (less than 40 mg/dL, an HDL level of 60/65 mg/dL or more is considered protective against coronary artery disease), high homocysteine, and high C-reactive protein (CRP/hs-CRP).<br /> <br /> -<br /> <br /> <i>Quote!</i><br /> <br /> "Be a<u> questioning patient</u>. Talk to your doctor and ask questions. Studies show that patients who <b>ask the most questions, and are most assertive, get the best results</b>. Be vigilant and speak up!"<br /> <br /> - Charles Inlander, People's Medical Society<br /> <br /> .<br /> <br /> It's your future....be there. <img src="http://img.webmd.com/community/images/smile.gif" align="top" border="0"><br /> <br /> . .<br /> <br /> <b>WebMD/WebMD Health Exchanges <u>does not</u> provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.</b>
JellyFish99 responded:
ORIGINAL POSTER HERE
so yeah. 90% blocked. 2 stents placed yesterday. glad i decided to go to docs about pain. heart attack was imminent. life is funny. if u r on this page because u have chest discomfort, go to your doctor.
so yeah. 90% blocked. 2 stents placed yesterday. glad i decided to go to docs about pain. heart attack was imminent. life is funny. if u r on this page because u have chest discomfort, go to your doctor.
Report This| Share this:AnginaORIGINAL POSTER HERE<br /><br />so yeah. 90% blocked. 2 stents placed yesterday. glad i decided to go to docs about pain. heart attack was imminent. life is funny. if u r on this page because u have chest discomfort, go to your doctor.
DeadManWalking56 replied to JellyFish99's response:
You are fortunate you finally went in.
JellyFish99 replied to jambajuice's response:
Not so much HaHa funny, but funny as strange and unpredictable and able to change forever in just a moment. Still trying to absorb it all. And yes, I AM fortunate I finally went in... really wasn't going to, but i consulted a friend who is a nurse, and she was adamant that I should call. I did, and two days later I was recovering in a hospital bed.
On second thought... life IS funny in a HaHa sort of way. Embrace that. Enjoy it, smile, laugh... we are all only here for an unbelievably short time.
Eat, drink, and be merry... for tomorrow we die.
Oh.
And take care of your health... go to the doctor. Again, if you are here because you think you are experiencing angina, let's just go ahead and assume you are... I'd rather be a hypochondriac than a corpse.
On second thought... life IS funny in a HaHa sort of way. Embrace that. Enjoy it, smile, laugh... we are all only here for an unbelievably short time.
Eat, drink, and be merry... for tomorrow we die.
Oh.
And take care of your health... go to the doctor. Again, if you are here because you think you are experiencing angina, let's just go ahead and assume you are... I'd rather be a hypochondriac than a corpse.
Report This| Share this:AnginaNot so much HaHa funny, but funny as strange and unpredictable and able to change forever in just a moment. Still trying to absorb it all. And yes, I AM fortunate I finally went in... really wasn't going to, but i consulted a friend who is a nurse, and she was adamant that I should call. I did, and two days later I was recovering in a hospital bed. <br /><br />On second thought... life IS funny in a HaHa sort of way. Embrace that. Enjoy it, smile, laugh... we are all only here for an unbelievably short time.<br /><br />Eat, drink, and be merry... for tomorrow we die.<br /><br />Oh.<br />And take care of your health... go to the doctor. Again, if you are here because you think you are experiencing angina, let's just go ahead and assume you are... I'd rather be a hypochondriac than a corpse.
DeadManWalking56 replied to JellyFish99's response:
Jelly:
Also, the angina that may come is not much fun. I have tiny almost pinpoint size angina, and knock'em dead double major blocked artery angina.
We probably won't die fast enough, so be merry, but be careful with the eat and drink part. You can enjoy other parts of life a whole lot more if you also implement the lifestyle changes required, to become pain free in a year or so, have almost no limitations, and add 10 or 20 healthy years to your life.
DMW
Also, the angina that may come is not much fun. I have tiny almost pinpoint size angina, and knock'em dead double major blocked artery angina.
We probably won't die fast enough, so be merry, but be careful with the eat and drink part. You can enjoy other parts of life a whole lot more if you also implement the lifestyle changes required, to become pain free in a year or so, have almost no limitations, and add 10 or 20 healthy years to your life.
DMW
Report This| Share this:AnginaJelly:<br /> <br />Also, the angina that may come is not much fun. I have tiny almost pinpoint size angina, and knock'em dead double major blocked artery angina.<br /> <br />We probably won't die fast enough, so be merry, but be careful with the eat and drink part. You can enjoy other parts of life a whole lot more if you also implement the lifestyle changes required, to become pain free in a year or so, have almost no limitations, and add 10 or 20 healthy years to your life.<br /> <br />DMW
Featuring Experts
James Beckerman, MD, FACC, is a cardiologist at the Providence St. Vincent Heart Clinic in Portland, Ore. He graduated summa cum laude from Harvard Co...More
Helpful Tips
Nix Grapefruit & Statin Drugs
Grapefruit & statin drugs can be a bad combination. Unlike other citrus fruits, grapefruit contains substances that disable certain ... More
Was this Helpful?
7
of
9 found this helpful
Helpful Resources
Expert Blog
The Heart Beat - James Beckerman, MD, FACC
Dr. James Beckerman shares how small, livable lifestyle changes can have a real impact on your risk of heart attack and stroke...Read More
Related News
Related Drug Reviews
- Drug Name User Reviews
Report Problems to the
Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
For more information, visit the Duke Health General and Consultative Heart Care Center
Other Heart Disease Information
More Related Communities
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatments or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.
Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource, but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.
Health Solutions From Our Sponsors
About WebMD Advertise With Us Terms of Use Privacy Policy Sponsor Policy Site Map Careers Contact Us
First Aid WebMD Magazine WebMD Health Record WebMD Mobile Newsletters Dictionary Physician Directory
©2005-2013 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.
WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.