A 60-year-old male presents with chest pain that occurs during exertion and resolves with rest

A 60-year-old male presents with chest pain that occurs during exertion and resolves with rest

A 60-year-old male presents with chest pain that occurs during exertion and resolves with rest. The pain is described as a tightness in the chest. What is the most likely diagnosis?

A. Acute myocardial infarction

B. Stable angina pectoris

C. Unstable angina

D. Pericarditis

E. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Answer: B

Explanation: Stable angina pectoris is characterized by chest pain (tightness, pressure) triggered by exertion, emotion, or cold, which resolves with rest or nitroglycerin. It is caused by myocardial ischemia due to coronary artery disease and has a predictable pattern.