Does unstable angina always cause chest tightness?
Disease description:
Recently, I have frequently experienced symptoms such as angina and occasional chest tightness. May I ask, do unstable angina patients always feel chest tightness?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Man
Unstable angina may cause chest tightness, but it cannot be determined solely whether it will consistently lead to this symptom. When unstable angina induces persistent chest tightness, it likely indicates a more severe condition and an acute phase of the disease. If a patient continuously experiences chest tightness, timely medical evaluation is necessary, including diagnostic tests such as coronary angiography or other relevant examinations.
