Cardiology - Chest pain Flashcards
1
Q
What are 4 cardiac causes of chest pain?
A
Angina
ACS
Aortic dissection
Pericarditis
2
Q
What are 3 respiratory causes of chest pain?
A
Pulmonary embolism
pneumothorax
pneumonia
3
Q
What are 3 gastrointestinal causes of chest pain?
A
oesophagitis
peptic ulcer
oesophageal spasm
4
Q
What are 4 other causes of chest pain?
A
costochondritis
rib fracture
herpes zoster
depression/anxiety
5
Q
What is a peptic ulcer?
A
A score on the stomach lining or in the duodenum
6
Q
What is the most common sign of a peptic ulcer?
A
burning or gnawing in the centre of the abdomen
