Did you know that chest pain, which is also referred to as angina, is a characteristic manifestation of a variety of heart diseases and ailments? In this blog, we have elaborated on some such conditions
Did you know that chest pain, which is also referred to as angina, is a characteristic manifestation of a variety of heart diseases and ailments? In this blog, we have elaborated on some such conditions that could be responsible for your chest pain, with the help of the best cardiologist in Kolkata.
Quite often we tend to ignore what our body is trying to tell us and overlook symptoms that could mean something serious. It is important to understand that diseases can manifest themselves in a plethora of ways and these can vary from one person to another. A single symptom may be associated with a variety of different conditions and it is not possible to determine the underlying cause with proper evaluation and assessment. Angina or chest pain can be triggered by multiple conditions, ranging from something as simple as acidity to a condition as serious as a heart attack.
As per the experts from the best cardiac hospital in Kolkata, chest pain may not necessarily be associated with cardiovascular problems but could also be caused by diseases and ailments related to the lungs, gastrointestinal problems, musculoskeletal conditions, stress and anxiety. However, we have specifically focused on chest pain related to heart problems.
There are several other conditions that can give rise to chest pain and it is very important to go for proper evaluation and assessment if you have been experiencing it.
Written and Verified by:
Dr Anil Mishra is one of the most senior Cardiologist of Eastern who is known to do some of the firsts in new Cardiac procedures. He graduated from Calcutta National Medical College and received his post-graduate training in the United Kingdom. After achieving Membership of the Royal College of Physicians he trained in Cardiology at some of the leading cardiac centres of Europe – The Cardiothoracic Institute at National Heart Hospital, Brompton Hospital and London Chest Hospital in London.
He has wide experience in Cardiology and has performed more than 20,000 Coronary Angiographies (including radial route); more than 8000 Coronary Angioplasties and stenting, more than 3000 pacemaker surgery and other cardiac device implantations. He has a special interest in complex angioplasties, Pacemakers, CRT-D, AICD, and TAVI.
Similar Cardiology Blogs
Book Your Appointment TODAY
© 2024 BMB Kolkata. All Rights Reserved.