Nocturnal anginal symptoms

What does "Nocturnal anginal symptoms" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Nocturnal anginal symptoms refer to chest pain or discomfort that occurs at night, typically when a person is sleeping or at rest. This pain is often due to a condition called angina, which is caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. The pain can feel like a tightness, squeezing, or heavy pressure in the chest. It's called "nocturnal" because it happens at night.

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