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An aortic aneurysm is an abnormal balloon-like or sac-like dilatation of the aorta caused by weakening of the arterial wall. The aorta is the largest artery in the body, originating from the heart and extending down to the abdomen, where it branches off into two smaller arteries.
How do members experience aortic aneurysm?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with aortic aneurysm*
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for aortic aneurysm*
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An aortic aneurysm is an abnormal balloon-like or sac-like dilatation of the aorta caused by weakening of the arterial wall. The aorta is the largest artery in the body, originating from the heart and extending down to the abdomen, where it branches off into two smaller arteries.
Common symptoms reported by people with aortic aneurysm
Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Treatments taken by people for aortic aneurysm
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Got a question about living with aortic aneurysm? Members in the forum might have the answers.
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