Coronary Artery Spasm
Alternate Names : Vasospastic Angina, Variant Angina, Prinzmetal's Angina
What are the treatments for the condition?
If a person has severely blocked coronary arteries, surgery may stop the vasospasms. Those who have fewer symptoms and no coronary artery blockages respond well to heart medication.
A person should also:
eat a healthy diet, following the Food Guide Pyramid
exercise regularly
quit smoking
use alcohol in moderation
What are the side effects of the treatments?
All medications have side effects. Medications used to treat coronary artery spasm may cause
headache
fatigue
sleep disorders such as insomnia
dizziness
serious arrhythmias
What happens after treatment for the condition?
Uncomplicated cases are usually well controlled with heart medication.
How is the condition monitored?
Monitoring includes:
blood tests
ECG tests
stress tests, or an ECG of the heart's function during exercise
A person should report any change in the pattern or severity of chest pains to his or her healthcare provider right away.
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