Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) – 10 Interesting Facts

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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)

• An abdominal aortic aneurysm occurs when an area
  of the aorta becomes very large or balloons out.
• A large aneurysm will be detected only in 1 in
  100 men who underwent AAA screening.
• 200,000 people in the U.S are diagnosed with an
  AAA every year.

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Some of Symptoms and Signs of AAA

• Skin becomes cool
• Occasional Vomiting
• Occasional Nausea
• Feeling faint
• Pain in your abdomen

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Risk factors of an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Non Modifiable Risk Factors Reversable Risk Factors
Male Gender Tobacoo Use
Elderly age group (above 60 years) Hypertension
Genetic diseases like Marfan syndrome Smoking
Abdominal Trauma Lung Diseases like Emphysema
Aneurysms in family history Infectious Aortitis
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Tests to Diagnose AAA

• A physical examination at your doctor
  consultation.
• X-rays
• MRI
• CT scan abdomen
• Screening with an Ultrasound of abdomen

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Common queries you might have to ask Your Doctor

• What is to be done if my abdomen pain gets worse?
• Is watchful waiting recommended?
• What are the chances for the rupture of AAA?
• Complications of AAA?

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When to consult a doctor?

• If you experience abdominal pain
• Having risk factors for AAA
• Family History

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More Details

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