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[potter-scfc]

Hi i was diagnosed with angina two days ago given statins beta blocker and asprin and a spray, i have a burning under my left pec is it the stain side effect or do i use my spray you'll have to forgive my cluelessness lol but i was literally given a prescription at the hospital told angina we will get u back for more tests. i am still tryin get me head round it

[Twobells]

Go and see your GP who will go through it with you. If you are at all worried about symptoms call an ambulance.

[potter-scfc in reply to Twobells]

tbh he hasnt been much use i contacted bhf this morning they are going to send me the info through post am a bit wary of using the spray might sound daft but i dont want use it if the burnin is the statins thanks for replying twobells 😊

[skid112 Heart Star in reply to potter-scfc]

Hi, most if not all on here are on statins, side effects vary from person to person though I haven't heard of the burning sensation you mention. As for your spray, use it , it's there for those times and it works

[Juno18]

I was told by my doctor when first prescribed the under the tongue spray if it's angina the spray will work if it's not it won't. I would say use the spray even if you are unsure. If you are worried call an ambulance.

[Heather1957]

If in doubt use the spray and see if it helps. At least it'll be trial and error.

I have been on statins for 5 years since diagnosed with diabetes and had a few muscular problems and changed statins and now have no issues.

The pain you are describing does not sound like a side effect of the statins but I am not an expert.

You can phone NHS direct if concerned but as I said try the spray to see if it stops the pain. I never needed to use the spray but apparently it can leave you with a headache just so you are prepared.

[Saggybagpuss]

Hi.. I also was diagnosed with angina 2 years ago and can remember the shock to this day, so I fully understand how your feeling. The spray I'm assuming is a gtn spray.. Use it is my advice, it won't hurt you and at best may relieve this pain. As a female my pain was in my back and pushed through to my chest.. It's taken 2 years but it's now controlled pretty well with drugs and I don't use my gtn spray. Take time to get your head around it, I'm still working on that Lol... Your only at the beginning of your diagnostic journey so my advice is, if in doubt visit your doctor.. Don't worry about 'causing a fuss'.. What your experiencing is real and you will need help and most of all.. Be a little selfish and take time for yourself. I hope this helps.

[potter-scfc in reply to Saggybagpuss]

yes it helps a lot thankyou 😊 how long did it take to get your head round being told ?

[Saggybagpuss in reply to potter-scfc]

It took a few months if I'm honest...I found talking to my family hard as I think I thought I was being a burden and I honestly thought death was imminent and unavoidable..yes I know, drama queen. So I spoke with my consultant who allowed me to contact him if I had questions and he put it all in perspective, th

[Saggybagpuss in reply to Saggybagpuss]

Sorry, butterfingers..other than that talking with friends etc...still have my moments and still having tests to try and help with the breathlessness, but at least it's being monitored 😊