Symptoms of Abdominal aortic aneurysm

Abdominal aortic aneurysms typically grow slowly and typically while not symptoms, creating them tough to detect. Some aneurysms can never rupture. several begin little and keep little, though several expand over time. Some aortic aneurysms enlarge slowly, increasing but 0.5 an in. (1.2 centimeters) a year. Others expand at a faster rate, that will increase the chance of rupture. How quickly an aortic aneurysm might enlarge is tough to predict.

As an aortic aneurysm enlarges, some individuals might notice:

•     A pulsating feeling close to the navel
•     Tenderness or pain within the abdomen or chest
•     Back pain

When to examine a doctor
You should see your doctor if you've got any of the symptoms listed higher than.

Anyone age sixty and older who has risk factors for developing an aortic aneurysm ought to think about regular screening for the condition. Men ages sixty five to seventy five who have ever smoked cigarettes ought to have a one-time screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm using abdominal ultrasound. Men age sixty and older with a family history of abdominal aortic aneurysm ought to conjointly think about screening.

If you've got a family history of aortic aneurysm, your doctor might advocate regular ultrasound exams to screen for the condition.