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Vasospastic Angina - Coronary Artery Spasm

Treatment & Monitoring

What are the treatments for the condition?

If a person has severely blocked coronary arteries, surgery may stop the vasospasms. Those who have fewer symptoms and no coronary artery blockages respond well to heart medication.

A person should also:

eat a healthy diet, following the Food Guide Pyramid

exercise regularly

quit smoking

use alcohol in moderation

What are the side effects of the treatments?

All medications have side effects. Medications used to treat coronary artery spasm may cause

headache

fatigue

sleep disorders such as insomnia

dizziness

serious arrhythmias

What happens after treatment for the condition?

Uncomplicated cases are usually well controlled with heart medication.

How is the condition monitored?

Monitoring includes:

blood tests

ECG tests

stress tests, or an ECG of the heart's function during exercise

A person should report any change in the pattern or severity of chest pains to his or her healthcare provider right away.

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