{"id":3109,"date":"2019-01-09T06:54:25","date_gmt":"2019-01-09T06:54:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veryhealthy.life\/?p=3109"},"modified":"2021-08-09T00:53:14","modified_gmt":"2021-08-09T00:53:14","slug":"10-typical-aortic-aneurysm-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veryhealthy.life\/10-typical-aortic-aneurysm-symptoms\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Typical Aortic Aneurysm Symptoms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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An aortic aneurysm is a swollen area located in the aorta. The aorta itself is a very thick, large blood vessel that\u2019s responsible for supplying blood to the rest of the body. Its thickness is around the same as a gardening hose. It connects the heart to the very middle of the abdomen and the chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we can see, this blood vessel is a major one. Having an aneurysm on it could result in some serious problems, especially if it ruptures. When an aortic aneurysm ruptures, the internal bleeding could be a threat to our very lives. If an aneurysm stays unruptured, it may not even be detected since there are very few symptoms attached to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are two kinds of aortic aneurysms, abdominal and thoracic. The former is more common than the latter, but it\u2019s important to have knowledge about the symptoms that could indicate both kinds:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Abdominal Pain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While the symptoms associated with unruptured aortic aneurysms are not common or many, they do need to be known in order to get a proper diagnosis. This is because an aortic aneurysm poses a serious risk if it ruptures. Even if emergency surgery is conducted on the spot when this happens, the procedure itself could be highly risky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hence, it\u2019s important to understand what might be signaling an aortic aneurysm<\/a> for us. This way, we can get a proper screening done and the doctors can decide if we need surgery to remove the enlarged area or need to wait and see what happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since the more common type of aortic aneurysm is the abdominal one. some abdominal pain is one logical symptom of this issue. However, such a symptom may not always occur with abdominal aortic aneurysms. Abdominal pain could be a symptom of several other issues too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Back Pain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If an aortic aneurysm is intact and not ruptured, it wouldn\u2019t produce many symptoms, maybe not any at all. However, enlarged aneurysms are definitely at risk of rupture and do give rise to certain warning symptoms. It could be difficult to pinpoint regular back pain as a symptom of an aortic aneurysm (or several), but this sort of pain <\/a>would probably be a bit different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It wouldn\u2019t be a light pain that goes away with rest or even heating pads. In fact, it would probably be a deep, consistent pain on the back or its side. It would also be a radiating kind of pain that could spread to other areas of the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the aneurysm ruptures, this pain could become extreme and even spread to other parts of the body, requiring immediate medical attention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Leg Pain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The pain of a serious aortic aneurysm could start in the back or the stomach depending on where it\u2019s located. However, this pain would also be so intense that it can radiate to the back of the legs. This sort of pain would be extreme, almost like the sensation of body tissues tearing apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The amount of pain caused by a ruptured aneurysm would naturally be a lot to handle. It would involve difficulty in walking or even standing or sitting still. In some cases, the pain might even cause a person to faint, lose consciousness, or suffer other side-effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The feeling is not likely to go away with rest but is a signal that urgent emergency medical attention is needed. Doctors may decide to perform surgery for removing the aneurysm there and then. Having surgery<\/a> for this is much less risky than waiting and risking a rupture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Leg Numbness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When an aortic aneurysm of any kind occurs, it might compress the nerve roots of the body. This would lead to either leg, back, or abdominal pain, or numbness <\/a>in the legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If someone finds that they\u2019re losing sensation in their legs without any logical explanation, they should go for an aneurysm screening as soon as they possibly can. This situation usually arises when an aneurysm becomes quite large.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If it remains small and intact, there would usually not be any pain or numbness to worry about.
When these small aneurysms remain untreated they can grow at alarming, unpredictable rates. In some very rare cases, some aortic aneurysms may even have blood clots that break off and create an embolus. This would, in turn, clog the arteries. Leg numbness may again be one of these issues if the blood clots stop free, oxygenated blood flow to that area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Increasingly Hoarse Voice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An aortic aneurysm can be detected and diagnosed during physical examinations. It would probably be essential to perform medical imaging in order to have a confirmed diagnosis<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medical imaging would also be necessary in order for doctors to see just how big the aneurysm is, where it\u2019s located, and what are the chances of its rupturing. Predicting how large an aneurysm is going to become, however, remains a largely impossible task. When a person suffers from an aneurysm located in the aorta\u2019s arch, they would probably display signs of hoarseness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can get progressively worse as the aneurysm gets enlarged and put pressure on the throat or chest area.
Such a situation is because of the recurrent laryngeal nerve on the left of the aorta being stretched due to an aneurysm. This results in the larynx muscles not getting the blood they require, leading to increased hoarseness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Pulsating Sensation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When an aortic aneurysm enlarges and nears rupture, some may feel a pulsating sensation near their belly button. This could commonly be mistaken for a hernia <\/a>or just a throbbing vein. However, even a hernia is quite a serious situation and needs medical attention sooner rather than later. The pulsing could very well mean that an aneurysm is going to rupture at any second. If this happens, the situation could end up taking a person\u2019s life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If someone has a family history of aneurysms or is at risk of them due to their habits or age, they should take this pulsing feeling very seriously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An immediate screening needs to be conducted first of all, and then the recommended actions must be taken. When things have reached this point, doctors would usually recommend surgery as soon as possible. Even this has its risks, but it has to be done. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Sudden and Severe Pain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When an aortic aneurysm is enlarged and in danger of rupture, the pain would probably come on suddenly. Whether the sensation is in the back of the abdomen, it would probably be quite sudden and with a large force. It may even be accompanied by a fit or seizure<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If any of this happens, the person should be taken to a hospital immediately. This could be an emergency situation, with the aortic aneurysm being close to rupturing or already having ruptured. This symptom could be the last sign before an aortic aneurysm becomes life-threatening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The other symptoms mentioned within the scope of this discussion would already have been manifested to some extent. This is why it\u2019s important to get regular screenings, especially if one has a family history of aneurysms or has unhealthy habits like heavy drinking, drug abuse, unhealthy eating, and smoking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Sweatiness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Excessive sweat or clamminess is often associated with heart problems. It\u2019s hence not at all surprising that issues with the aorta<\/a> would result in such symptoms too. The aneurysms in an aorta would naturally be placing a lot of stress on the heart, leading to more sweat and perhaps even more exhaustion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Excessive sweating could deprive the body of much-needed moisture as well, increasing the need to keep hydrating. If you notice yourself sweating more than you should or notice anyone else doing so, it\u2019s probably a good idea to get a full check-up done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If there\u2019s nothing else wrong, the screening for an aortic aneurysm should be conducted.
As in the case of abdominal pain, the symptom of excessive sweating could also just as easily be caused by some other issue. However, it\u2019s good to rule out aneurysms if the sweating level is abnormally high and prolonged. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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9. Dizziness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Feeling dizzy is usually a side effect of the brain not having enough oxygen<\/a>. When an aneurysm occurs in the aorta within the abdomen, throat, or chest, the brain doesn\u2019t get its needed supply of oxygen-rich blood as regularly as before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hence, a person with an aortic aneurysm may very well find themselves experiencing sudden, unexplained bouts of dizziness. These could be noticed especially when they suddenly stand up from a sitting position or get out of bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dizziness or vertigo are not good signs in themselves. If there\u2019s no other underlying cause detected, an aneurysm may very well be the source of such a situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since an aortic aneurysm also leads to low blood pressure, this could also be the cause of dizziness and even fainting. In severe cases, a blood clot breaking away from an aneurysm could be blocking the blood flow to vital organs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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10. Nausea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Extreme nausea and even vomiting<\/a> could be a sign of aortic aneurysms if there seems to be no other reason. Since the aorta directly connects to the abdomen, it\u2019s highly likely to affect the digestive system. This could lead to the body\u2019s inability to keeping food down, causing the patient to throw up. This symptom is more common if the aneurysm in question is abdominal rather than the second, rarer kind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The symptom of nausea could also be caused by the dizziness and vertigo mentioned in the discussion above. It may not be directly linked to the aneurysm itself. However, if the nausea is persistent and prolonged, it\u2019s usually a sign of something serious. If someone is experiencing nausea on a consistent basis, it may be time for proper screening and diagnosis. Any corrective measures can be taken after the source of the issue has come forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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