What are the symptoms of angina?

Types
There are different types of angina. The type depends on the cause and whether rest or medicine eases symptoms.

Stable angina. Stable angina is the most common form of angina. It usually happens during activity, also called exertion. It goes away with rest or angina medicine. Pain that starts when you're walking uphill or in the cold weather may be angina.

Stable angina is predictable. It is usually similar to previous episodes of chest pain. The chest pain typically lasts a short time, perhaps five minutes or less.

Unstable angina, which is a medical emergency. Unstable angina is unpredictable and occurs at rest. Or the pain is worsening and occurs with less physical effort. Unstable angina is typically severe and lasts longer than stable angina, maybe 20 minutes or longer. The pain doesn't go away with rest or the usual angina medicines. If the blood flow doesn't improve, the heart doesn't get enough oxygen. A heart attack occurs. Unstable angina is dangerous and needs emergency treatment.
Variant angina, also called Prinzmetal angina. This type of angina isn't due to coronary artery disease. It's caused by a spasm in the heart's arteries. The spasm temporarily reduces blood flow. Severe chest pain is the main symptom of variant angina. It most often occurs in cycles, typically at rest and overnight. The pain may be relieved by angina medicine.
Refractory angina. Angina episodes are frequent despite a combination of medicines and lifestyle changes.

Angina symptoms include chest pain and discomfort. The chest pain or discomfort may feel like:

Burning.
Fullness.
Pressure.
Squeezing.
Pain also may be felt in the arms, neck, jaw, shoulder or back.

Other symptoms of angina include:

Dizziness.
Fatigue.
Nausea.
Shortness of breath.
Sweating.
The severity, duration and type of angina can vary. New or different symptoms may signal unstable angina or a heart attack.

Any new or worsening angina symptoms need to be checked immediately by a health care professional. The health care team can determine whether you have stable or unstable angina.

Angina in women
Symptoms of angina in women can be different from the classic angina symptoms. These differences may lead to delays in seeking treatment. For example, chest pain may not be the only symptom or the most common symptom. Other symptoms of angina in women may include:

Discomfort in the neck, jaw, teeth or back.
Nausea.
Shortness of breath.
Stabbing pain instead of chest pressure.
Stomach pain.

Source: Mayo Clinic