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A 25-year-old male asked:
So u really don't think i should worry about my 14mm abdominal aorta having really thin walls??
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Dr. M. Hytham Beckanswered
Surgery 45 years experience
Normal: that is normal size aorta
if you are worrying about aneurysm then looks for the sie and how fast is enlarging.
size less tha 4-5 cm=40-50mm are safe to watch
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Dr. Michael Grossanswered
Nephrology and Dialysis 48 years experience
No: they usually do not rupture until greater than 5 cm Why would tour Abdominal aorta have thin walls?
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Dr. Rifat Naghmianswered
Internal Medicine 48 years experience
Aorta: You are too young to have aortic aneurysm unless you are suffering from rare vascular disorders.
For your peace of mind I would suggest seeing your doctor.
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Last updated May 31, 2015
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