sam1 gaau2 tung3心絞痛心绞痛
Jyutpingsam1 gaau2 tung3
Yalesām gáau tung
Definition
Angina; chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle.
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How it's used
Medical professionals use this term to describe specific chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. It is distinct from general chest discomfort because it implies a serious underlying cardiovascular issue. In casual conversation, people might simply say 個心好痛, but using this term signals a more clinical or urgent situation.
Examples
He suddenly had angina and needed to be rushed to the emergency room.
Related words
Common phrases
angina attack
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe emotional heartbreak or general chest tightness from anxiety, as it specifically refers to a physical heart condition.
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