Many times symptoms of angina decrease when a person starts a program of progressive exercise. Ask your doctor about the best types and amounts of exercise for you. If your discomfort occurs during daily exercise, reduce your exercise and consult your doctor. Avoid emotional upsets. Any kind of emotional upset, including outbursts of temper, can trigger angina.
Excitement can also cause chest discomfort.
Learning to control your emotions will help you control your angina. Many people are surprised at how well they can control their emotions when they try. Even so, it's impossible to avoid all emotional or anxiety-producing situations. Try to anticipate these situations and use your nitroglycerin in advance to help prevent chest discomfort. Some kinds of recurring emotional problems can be very hard to handle.