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angina

noun

UK/ænˈdʒaɪ.nə/
US/ænˈdʒaɪ.nə/

Definitions of angina noun

  1. Uncountablemedicine

    A medical condition characterized by severe chest pain, resulting from insufficient oxygen-rich blood flow to the heart muscle due to blocked arteries.

    • The doctor advised him to make lifestyle changes to alleviate the episodes of angina.

    • The primary function of this medication is to dilate blood vessels, thus reducing the pain of angina.

    • Engaging in strenuous physical activity in cold weather can trigger angina.