What are the three major symptoms of insufficient blood supply to the heart?

May 12, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Tian Hongbo

Introduction

Insufficient blood supply to the heart typically presents with three major symptoms: angina, arrhythmia, and stomach pain. Inadequate cardiac blood supply may be caused by factors such as coronary atherosclerotic heart disease and hypertensive cardiomyopathy. The classic symptom is angina, which is usually located behind the sternum or in the anterior chest area. It feels like pressure and can radiate to the left shoulder and teeth, lasting for several minutes and relieved by rest.

Insufficient blood supply to the heart typically presents three main symptoms: angina, arrhythmia, and stomach pain. The details are as follows:

1. Angina

Inadequate blood supply to the heart may be caused by factors such as coronary atherosclerotic heart disease or hypertensive cardiomyopathy. The typical symptom is angina, which usually occurs behind the sternum or in the front of the chest. The pain feels like pressure and may radiate to the left shoulder and teeth. It typically lasts for several minutes and subsides with rest. It can also occur outside the chest, manifesting as toothache, headache, or sore throat.

2. Arrhythmia

If a patient has insufficient blood supply to the heart, secondary arrhythmias may develop. Rapid arrhythmias can cause palpitations, while slow arrhythmias may lead to visual dimming and fainting.

3. Stomach Pain

Some patients with inadequate heart blood supply may also experience gastrointestinal symptoms, such as severe stomach pain accompanied by nausea and vomiting.

Patients with insufficient heart blood supply can be treated under medical guidance with medications such as clopidogrel hydrogen sulfate tablets and metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets. They should also maintain a positive mental state and avoid emotional excitement in daily life.

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