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If you get aortic aneurysm, how do you feel?

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Dr. Douglas Arenberg answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

With your hands...: Just kidding, but honestly, aortic aneurysms cause no symptoms until they rupture, and the signs of rupture are sharp pain, usually described as a tearing sensation. Symptoms can vary depending upon whether the aneurysm is in your belly or your chest. Prevention is the best approach; stop smoking, control your blood pressure, and listen to your doctor's advice.

Answered 9/20/2020

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Usually nothing: Most aortic aneurysms form slowly over time and are completely asymptomatic. If the aneurysm develops a tear (dissection) pain is typically abrupt in onset and severe in intensity.

Answered 5/2/2015

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