By Katherine Solem
Angina is a type of chest pain or pressure that occurs when your heart is not getting enough blood and oxygen. If you have angina, you should be seeking treatment for angina from a doctor. Angina is a key symptom of coronary artery disease, the most common form of heart disease. Unstable angina is a serious condition and can signal that a heart attack may happen soon.
If you have angina, it's important that you know what type of angina you have, how to treat it and when to seek help. Here are 10 questions you should ask your doctor about angina.
Katherine Solem is a health writer and editor living in San Francisco.
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