2006-08-27 11:10:58 · 8 answers · asked by Sandy B 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
I hope you're just curious about this and not actually having a problem right now. I see these all the time at the hospital and it's a serious deal.
Back pain is the biggest sign. Sometimes it's coupled with chest pain too. An elevated blood pressure starts things off (that is what aggrevates the weakness in the aorta) and in every case requires some IV medication to get it down quickly and avoid rupturing the vessel. You can have decreased pulses in the feet but that can indicate also that things have progressed too far. If a AAA (abdominal aortic aneurysm or Triple A) is supected they will take the patient to have a CT scan to 'look' at it. Once they determine the size they will determine the appropriate treatment. Surgery is indicated for anything that is 5cm or larger OR in an instance where the patient is unstable and needs a repair right away as in the case of an active leak in the vessel.
The back pain is usually severe and different than any back pain the patient may have ever had in the past. Very deep and can cause numbness in the legs or feet. In any event...if it's you and you're having trouble now...GET TO THE ER RIGHT AWAY! This is a life threatening but treatable problem.
I hope this helps. Jeff the nurse in Nashville
2006-08-27 12:28:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are concerned about this -- see a doctor asap...
Aneurysms develop slowly over many years and often have no symptoms. If an aneurysm expands rapidly, tears open (ruptured aneurysm), or blood leaks along the wall of the vessel (aortic dissection), symptoms may develop suddenly.
The symptoms of rupture include:
Pulsating sensation in the abdomen
Pain in the abdomen that is severe, sudden, persistent, or constant. The pain may radiate to groin, buttocks, or legs.
Abdominal rigidity
Pain in the lower back that is severe, sudden, and persistent. The pain may radiate to the buttocks, or legs.
Anxiety
Nausea and vomiting
Clammy skin
Rapid heart rate when rising to a standing position
Shock
Abdominal mass
Signs and tests
Your doctor will examine your abdomen. The exam also will include an evaluation of pulses and sensation in your legs.
Abdominal aortic aneurysm may be diagnosed with these tests:
Abdominal ultrasound
CT scan of abdomen
Angiography of aorta
2006-08-27 11:21:13 · answer #2 · answered by kaliselenite 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Did they propose any drugs to your acid reflux affliction? in the event that they did, this might soak as much as a week till now you notice any progression. And, each little thing they instructed you is genuine. Taking some tylenol will help with the soreness. confirm you at the instant are not constipated which could additionally provide soreness in this comparable section. The pulsating is basically a common prevalence in some skinny human beings and, the extra aggravating you substitute into approximately it, the extra you notice it. the backside of your abdomen is in this section as is a close-by of your colon - the two of them might desire to be inflicting this situation. provide the healthcare expert's suggestions a while to artwork and then re-examine even if in case you will possibly desire to flow see your loved ones healthcare expert for any stick to-up or no longer. Going to an ER is the costliest care you are able to seek for. looking a kinfolk well-being care provider will preclude a number of funds.
2016-11-05 22:03:14 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only sign may be an abdominal mass on palpation of the abdomen. It may show on x-ray because of calcium. Some discomfort may occur, but this is not a constant finding.
2006-08-27 13:33:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Death is an early warning sign. Usually if an aneurysm ruptures you bleed to death rather quickly. If you even think you might have one I recommend you go to a doctor and have it checked. Better safe than sorry.
2006-08-27 11:18:45 · answer #5 · answered by Ellen J 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
severe abdominal pain, unequal pulses in the arms, color change or weakness in the legs, a severely lowered blood pressure and eventually sighns of shock.
2006-08-27 11:17:35 · answer #6 · answered by Adamedic 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe no symptoms at all. But if it ruptures, servere pain that will double you over and not let up. This is what killed Conway Tweety
2006-08-27 12:31:12 · answer #7 · answered by virginiamayoaunt 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try webmd.com or mayo.com or nih.gov and don't wait
2006-08-27 11:17:13 · answer #8 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋