Unstable angina
Alternate Names : Accelerating angina, New-onset angina, Angina - unstable, Progressive angina
Prevention
Lifestyle changes can help prevent some angina attacks. Your doctor may tell you to: - Lose weight if you are overweight
- Stop smoking
You should also keep strict control of your blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol levels. Some studies have shown that making a few lifestyle changes can prevent blockages from getting worse and may actually improve them.
If you have one or more risk factors for heart disease, talk to your doctor about possibly taking aspirin or other medicines to help prevent a heart attack. Aspirin therapy (75 - 325 mg a day) or a drug called clopidogrel may help prevent heart attacks in some people. Aspirin therapy is recommended if the benefit is likely to outweigh the risk of gastrointestinal side effects.
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