What is Cardialgia?

Description of the disease

Cardialgia is a condition characterized by pain in the heart or in the area of the precordial zone. It is not an independent disease, but a symptom of another pathological process in the body.

Classification

• Simple cardialgia (functional)
• Cardialgia of cardiac origin
• Non-cardiac cardialgia

Symptoms

Symptoms of cardialgia may include pain or discomfort in the area of the heart, a feeling of constriction or burning pain, palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, etc.

Causes

The causes of cardialgia can be various, including ischemic heart disease, hypertension, neuroses, acute psychoemotional experiences, lack of oxygen in the body, etc.

Diagnosis

For the diagnosis of cardialgia, usually electrocardiography, echocardiography, blood tests and other methods of examination are performed.

Treatment

Treatment of cardialgia depends on its cause and may include the use of medications, lifestyle modification, physiotherapy, etc.

Prevention

Prevention includes a healthy lifestyle, regular medical check-ups, and preventive measures to prevent cardiovascular diseases.

Doctor

Cardialgia is treated by a cardiologist - a specialist in cardiovascular diseases.