Tightness or chocking with difficulty in breathing is result of .........
(a) Angina
(b) Stroke
(c) Hyper tension
(d) Heart failure
Answers
- Dyspnea is usually caused by disorders of the lungs or heart (see table Some Causes and Features of Shortness of Breath). Pulmonary embolism (sudden blockage of an artery of the lung, usually by a blood clot) is a less common, but serious cause. However, such people may also develop another disorder.
The required correct option is Option A: Angina.
Explanation:
Angina is a type of severe chest pain that occurs due to the reduction of the flow of oxygenated blood to the heart. The symptoms of angina as said before are tightness, choking, difficulty to breathe and so on.
Even though the symptoms of heart attack and angina are similar, angina is not a heart attack. It is a type of heart disease that can be cured if proper medication and rest is provided.
The Other Options:
b) Stroke
Stroke affects the brain. It is caused by the sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain. The symptoms include dizziness, sudden loss of sight, difficulties in movement and speech issues. It is termed as a “medical emergency” by doctors that needs immediate attention.
c) Hypertension
Hypertension is caused by obesity, diabetes, smoking etc. It occurs when a high blood pressure takes place where the blood exerts a great force against the walls of the arteries of the heart. Even though it has no specific symptoms, prolonged hypertension can cause severe heart diseases as well as stroke.
d) Heart Failure
Heart failure occurs when the heart does not function properly. Fatigue, dizziness, increased heartbeat etc. are some of the symptoms. Even though treatment can help, a complete cure cannot be expected.