Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
Many people with an abdominal aortic aneurysm have no symptoms. But sometimes
AAA is very painful. The pain is often felt in the lower back or the abdomen. It
is usually a steady pain that does not go away, although it may be relieved by
changing position. Sometimes the person can sense an abnormal pulse in the
abdomen. Circulation to
the lower extremities can be affected.
Rupture of an abdominal aortic aneurysm is usually associated with sudden,
excruciating pain in the lower abdomen and back. Depending on the severity of
the internal bleeding, the person may go into shock, and death may rapidly
follow.
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