something blocks the arteries or there’s not enough blood flowing to the arteries. Although angina usually goes away rapidly, it can still be life-threatening.
Angina is described as feeling like:
- Heaviness
- Pressure
- Aching
- Burning
- Numbness
- Fullness
- Squeezing
- Painful feeling
It can also be mistaken for indigestion or heartburn and is most often experienced in the shoulder, arms, neck, back and/or jaw.
Myocardial Ischemia
Myocardial ischemia, also called cardiac ischemia, occurs when blood flow to your heart is reduced, preventing it from receiving enough oxygen. The reduced blood flow is usually the result of a partial or complete blockage of your heart’s coronary arteries, reducing its ability to pump efficiently.
A sudden, severe blockage of a coronary artery can lead to