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Angina treatment: Stents, drugs, lifestyle changes — What's best?

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Reduced blood flow to the heart can cause a type of chest pain called angina. Angina is a symptom that means the heart isn't getting enough oxygen. It's important to treat the cause of angina to prevent heart attacks and other complications.

The type of treatment your healthcare professional recommends depends on the type of angina you have.