John, a 55-year-old man, presents to the emergency room with…
John, a 55-year-old man, presents to the emergency room with complaints of chest pain and discomfort. He describes the pain as a squeezing or pressure-like sensation in the center of his chest that radiates to his left arm. He also experiences shortness of breath and sweating. Based on the provided clinical scenario and symptoms, which pathological condition is likely affecting John, characterized by chest pain and discomfort due to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle?