angina

• Condición médica caracterizada por ataques espasmódicos de dolor intenso y sofocante en la garganta o la faringe, o una enfermedad cardíaca acompañada de episodios de dolor en el pecho debido a la reducción del suministro de oxígeno al corazón.

A medical condition characterized by spasmodic attacks of intense suffocative pain in the throat or fauces, or a heart condition marked by paroxysms of chest pain due to reduced oxygen to the heart.

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1. Throat conditionC2formalmedical

   A historical term for any disease of the throat or fauces characterized by spasmodic attacks of intense suffocative pain.

   Angina de garganta (histórico)

   • The patient was diagnosed with angina of the throat, causing severe breathing difficulties.
   • In ancient texts, angina referred to various throat infections.
   • The doctor treated the angina with warm compresses and rest.

   Sinónimosquinsy

2. B2formalmedical

   A heart condition marked by paroxysms of chest pain due to reduced oxygen supply to the heart muscle, often caused by coronary artery disease.

   angina de pecho

   • He was hospitalized after experiencing angina while climbing stairs.
   • Angina is often triggered by physical exertion or stress.
   • The cardiologist prescribed medication to manage his angina symptoms.

   Sinónimosangina pectoris