Summary

• Angina refers to chest pain or discomfort usually caused by coronary heart disease.
• Angina is categorised as stable, unstable or variant.
• Symptoms include pain in your arms, shoulder, neck or jaw, shortness of breath, fatigue, nausea and sweating.
• Angina is diagnosed by examination and tests such as blood tests, ECG, echocardiogram, stress test and angiogram.
• Treatment includes managing angina symptoms, lifestyle changes, medicines and certain surgical procedures.

These key facts are from healthdirect.gov.au (accessed 27 Jan 2025). Visit the healthdirect website for more information about angina.

Relevant Tests

If your doctor suspects you have angina, they may request one or more tests.

If you are diagnosed with angina, some of these tests will be used to monitor and manage your condition.

Find information about specific tests:

• Troponin T