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Is It Normal To Suffer Breathlessness While Getting Treated For Angina?

I have had angina now for 20 years for which I have a g.t.n spray and tablets., and Iam about to have a second angiogram. Iam now on a new nitrate tablet which I have to take everyday and is a slow releasetablet . I get out of breath very quicky when walking far. I have had a toe operation which has not been sucesfull and this is now also making it difficault to walk. I now just got a blue badge to help parking near shops ect.
My main question is as Iam over sixty five am I entitled to any kind of disabilty benefit or attendance benefit, my husband and I are on Pension Credit.
thanks
wendy
Mon, 18 Apr 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Long term angina can cause heart failure and this can cause breathlessness on exertion in old age.
So in my opinion, you should definitely consult cardiologist for this.
You will need
1. Ecg
2. 2d echo
3. Stress test (trade mill test).
You may need treatment for heart failure like diuretics and other cardiac supportive drugs.
Don't worry, with treatment, you will be alright.. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Is It Normal To Suffer Breathlessness While Getting Treated For Angina?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Long term angina can cause heart failure and this can cause breathlessness on exertion in old age. So in my opinion, you should definitely consult cardiologist for this. You will need 1. Ecg 2. 2d echo 3. Stress test (trade mill test). You may need treatment for heart failure like diuretics and other cardiac supportive drugs. Don t worry, with treatment, you will be alright.. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.