Q. Can Angina be caused by stress?

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Answered by Secondmedic Expert

Yes, stress can increase the risk factors for Angina. The physiological mechanism of Angina is that a lack of oxygenated blood delivered to the heart muscle causes chest pains. When stress hormones are released in response to stressful situations, they narrow the arteries and reduce flow of oxygen-rich blood to your heart. Other risk factors include smoking, high cholesterol levels, family history of cardiovascular disease, diabetes or hypertension.

Furthermore, increased adrenaline while under stress has been known to cause coronary spasms—the sudden constriction or narrowing of an artery due to an excess amount of adrenaline being pumped through it—which could lead to longer episodes and more frequent episodes of angina pain. People who are predisposed to these conditions should try their best manage their level or stress and practice relaxation techniques such as meditation and yoga if possible in order reduce their risks for developing Angina associated with long-term psychological distress.

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