Angina pectoris is the result of myocardial ischemia caused by an imbalance between myocardial blood supply and oxygen demand. Ischemia can be referred to as a restriction in blood supply to certain tissues, which can cause a shortage of both oxygen and glucose, two vital component that absolutely necessary for cellular metabolism. Ischemia is generally caused be problems with the blood vessels, and can result in damage or dysfunction of bodily tissues. The main cause of angina pectoris is coronary artery disease which is normally attributed to atherosclerosis of the arteries feeding the heart.
Approximately 9.8 million Americans are estimated to suffer from Angina Pectoris annually, with 500,00 new cases of it occurring every year. Statistics also showed that an 18% of coronary attacks are preceded by Angina Pectoris. An additional 195,000 silent first myorcardial infarctions are estimated to occur each year.
Angina Pectoris is commonly associated with severe pain and deprivation of oxygen. Although there is a weak relationship between the severity of pain and degree of oxygen deprivation associated in the heart muscle, Angina Pectoris can be an extremely serious condition that can result to death if not treated properly. Patients who suffer from average to severe cases of Angina Pectoris have an increased percentage of death of around 60% before the age of 55. However, patients who are seeking an alternative treatment for Angina Pectoris is opted to the use of cannabis to remedy and find alleviation of the symptoms associated with Angina Pectoris.
Cannabinoids, a group of terpenophenolic compounds present in Cannabis or better known as marijuana, cause positive effects on the body in reference to those who suffer from cardiac complications such as one brought about by Angina Pectoris when ingested. Patients suffering from Angina Pectoris and uses medical marijuana to relieve its symptoms may experience relief from pain and an overall feeling of calmness and well-being. With the relief from pain brought about by medical marijuana, patients suffering from Angina Pectoris feel better and are less pressured or tensed. This feeling of non-pressure causes the patients to feel better. Thus, oxygen demand and blood supply are regulated and eventually cardiovascular problems are more or less avoided and eliminated.
Medical marijuana is well-known to alleviate pain and create a general feeling of wellness. With these properties there is no doubt that medical marijuana indeed helps in the assuagement of the symptoms associated with Angina Pectoris.
