MINOCA

[Alrewas]

Hi, I was wondering if there is anyone else who has suffered MINOCA. I had my mi 4 weeks ago and not found a cause for why I had it. I'm only 41 don't smoke or drink cholesterol is 3. I'm worried I will have another because there is no reason found for my first.

[Milkfairy Heart Star]

Hello Alrewas

Welcome to the forum

Myocardial infarction non obstructive coronary arteries (MINOCA) is thought to be the cause of about 6 % of heart attacks.

It is more common in younger women

The common causes are thought to be a severe prolonged coronary artery spasm due to Vasospastic angina

Microvascular angina due to coronary microvascular dysfunction.

A blood clot or a piece of plaque blocking the artery

Spontaneous coronary artery dissection

It can also be mistaken for Takostubo Cardiomyopathy

Here is a link to some further information

acc.org/latest-in-cardiolog...

I suggest you discuss with your Cardiologist the possible cause in your case so you can receive the appropriate treatment including the medication to prevent if happening again

Hopefully once you start your Cardiac rehab you will begin to feel better.