Causes of Chest Pain
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What is one of the possible causes of chest pain mentioned in the text?

  • Lung infection (correct)
  • Headache
  • Toothache
  • Knee injury

    • Which symptom is NOT mentioned as a sign of a heart attack in the text?

  • Stomach ache (correct)
  • Shortness of breath
  • Pain in the jaw
  • Lightheadedness

    • What is another term for inflammation of the heart muscle mentioned in the text?

  • Pericarditis
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Endocarditis
  • Myocarditis (correct)

    • What action should someone take if they suspect they are having a heart attack?

    <p>Seek emergency medical help</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can increase a person's chances of survival during a heart attack?

    <p>Seeking prompt treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the British Heart Foundation, what is a common cause of myocarditis?

    <p>Viral infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common symptom of coronary artery disease?

    <p>Squeezing pain on the chest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition refers to an enlargement in the aorta?

    <p>Aortic dissection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible cause of pericarditis?

    <p>Autoimmune disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lung problem can cause chest pain?

    <p>Pulmonary embolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is pulmonary hypertension?

    <p>High blood pressure in the arteries carrying blood to the lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is pleurisy characterized by?

    <p>Inflammation of the lung membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

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