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Why does heart pain happen and what are the causes?
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Nerves in heart: There are nerves in the heart so if there is a problem in the heart pain can occur. If for instance there is a blockage in an artery, the heart muscle gets damaged and pain can occur. Inflammtion in the sac around the heart, the pericardium, can also cause pain..
Answered 12/5/2014
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Imbalance: Heart pain (angina) occurs when there is an imbalance between myocardial (heart muscle) oxygen supply and demand. Supply is based on the condition of the coronary arteries and blood. Demand is related to chamber wall stress, contractility, and heart rate.
Answered 8/24/2013
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