Which symptom is NOT associated with stable angina?

Stable angina is characterized by a predictable pattern of chest pain and discomfort, typically precipitated by physical exertion or emotional stress and alleviated by rest or nitroglycerin. The symptom profile of stable angina usually includes discomfort described as a feeling of pressure, squeezing, or fullness in the chest, often accompanied by shortness of breath.

Sharp and stabbing chest pains are generally not associated with stable angina. They may indicate other conditions, such as pericarditis or musculoskeletal pain, which differ from the typical presentation of stable angina. The nature of the chest pain in stable angina tends to be more dull and pressure-like rather than sharp.

Shortness of breath and nausea can occur in the context of stable angina, especially during episodes of chest discomfort, but they are not the defining characteristics. Instead, the hallmark of stable angina relates more to the sensation of pressure or tightness in the chest.