I get chest pains when I run, should I be concerned?
Chest pain that occurs during exercise is a cause for concern, as it may indicate angina. Angina is caused by narrowed or blocked heart arteries and increases the risk of a heart attack. Assessment is essential and often includes tests such as a CT coronary angiogram to look for arterial blockages. In many cases, angina can be effectively managed with medication once properly diagnosed. Using a combination of clinical expertise and advanced cardiac imaging, Dr Assomull delivers rapid, accurate diagnoses to help keep your heart safe.
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If you get chest pains when you run, this is a concern. This suggests you're getting effort-related chest pain, which is a characteristic feature of a condition called angina. Angina is due to blockages in the heart arteries and requires assessment to ensure that the blockages are not in danger of causing further problems such as a heart attack.
Typically, angina can be treated with tablets, but tests such as a CT coronary angiogram to look for these blockages are required.
