What Can Be Done To Relieve The Symptoms Of Angina During Sexual Intercourse?

Dr. Mandeep Mehra answers the question: 'Relieving Angina Symptoms During Sex?'

By
Mandeep Mehra, M.D., Chief of Cardiology, University of Maryland Medical Center; Professor of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine
May 2, 2008, 4:30 PM ET
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— -- Question: What can be done to relieve the symptoms of angina during sexual intercourse?

Answer: We know that if a patient takes a beta blocker during sexual activity, that the occurrence of angina can be reduced dramatically. And in fact, we recommend that most patients who have active coronary artery disease take a beta blocker just before engaging in intensive sexual activity.

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