How Do You Spell ANGINA SPURIA?

1. Angina spuria is a medical term used to describe a condition characterized by symptoms similar to angina pectoris but without any evidence of underlying coronary artery disease. The term "angina spuria" can be translated to "false angina" in English. Angina pectoris refers to chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't receive enough blood and oxygen due to narrowed or blocked coronary arteries.

   In cases of angina spuria, patients experience symptoms that are very similar to angina pectoris, such as chest pain, tightness, or pressure. However, unlike genuine angina, angina spuria is not caused by reduced blood flow to the heart due to diseased coronary arteries. Instead, it is typically associated with non-cardiac factors, such as muscular, skeletal, respiratory, gastrointestinal, or psychological causes. These can include musculoskeletal strain or inflammation, respiratory conditions (e.g., pneumonia, pleurisy), gastrointestinal conditions (e.g., acid reflux, gastritis), or anxiety.

   Angina spuria is often diagnosed after a thorough evaluation of the patient's medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests, which aim to exclude any coronary artery disease or other cardiac abnormalities. Once other potential causes have been ruled out, the symptoms are attributed to angina spuria. Treatment for angina spuria involves addressing the underlying cause, with management options varying depending on the specific issue. In some cases, lifestyle modifications, stress management techniques, pain management, or treatment of the underlying non-cardiac condition may be sufficient to relieve the symptoms.

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   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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The term "angina spuria" is derived from Latin and has medical origins.

The word "angina" comes from the Latin word "angere", which means "to strangle" or "to compress". It was first used in the medical context to describe a condition characterized by severe chest pain, often associated with a feeling of constriction in the chest.

The term "spuria" is also derived from Latin and means "spurious" or "false". It is used in medical terminology to indicate a condition that mimics or resembles another condition.

When combined, "angina spuria" refers to a condition that resembles or imitates true angina, but is not caused by a lack of blood flow to the heart. It is a type of chest pain that has a different underlying cause, such as acid reflux, muscle strain, or anxiety.

Plural form of ANGINA SPURIA is ANGINAS SPURIA