Answered by Dr. Afra Abdussamad
MBBS · 3.5 years of experience · India
Angina is caused by a lack of oxygen in the heart muscle. Symptoms include pain or discomfort in the chest, arms, back, neck, or jaw. Sometimes, anginal pain may feel like a tight or crushing sensation, or it may be a stabbing pain or numbness. Angina can be an indicator of other underlying heart conditions. It can mean that you’re at an increased risk of experiencing a potentially life-threatening event like a heart attack or problems with other blood vessels, such as those going to the brain (stroke) or those going to the legs (peripheral arterial disease). If you have angina, it’s very important that you get treatment. If your angina is properly managed through things like medications and lifestyle changes, you can lead a very normal life. Outlook can vary by individual. It may depend on several factors, including your overall health, your lifestyle, and if you have any other underlying health conditions. It is very important to make sure that the treatment you’re receiving is effectively managing your condition by regular follow up with your cardiologist.
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Answered by Dr. Kanne Karthik
MBBS · 3 years of experience · India
We can’t say the exact duration. People with proper medication and follow up will live perfectly. If anyone skips the medication or left untreated, he may get myocardial infarction. In long standing neglected cases, person may die due to cardiogenic shock.
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Answered by Dr. Chandra Shekar Adelli
MBBS, Gen Med · 6 years of experience · India
Left ventricular function is strongest predictor for long-term survival. Elevated LV EDP and reduced ejection fraction indicates less survival rate. It also depends on location and severity of atherosclerosis lesions. Survival also depends on response to treatment and patient compliance.
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