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Is it rare for a 31 yr old to have a aortic problem such as aneurysm or somthing else?

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Aortic problem: Yes. Quite rare, but it does happen, usually due to a genetic anomaly.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/20/2012

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Yes, but: If you do not have a family history, marfan's, connective tissue disorder or some unusual metabolic disorder, you are too young to have an aortic aneurysm.

Dr Rosen and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/16/2016

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