Your aorta is located in your chest and abdomen.
It can lead to aortic aneurysms, arterial thrombosis, andstrokes.
This causes the layers to separate (dissect).
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It is typically resulting from atherosclerosis, hypertension, connective tissue disorders, and injuries.
Instead, the cause is ulcers formed due to wear of the aortic wall which is because of atherosclerosis.
Acute cases are often sparked by infective endocarditis or aortic dissection in the ascending aorta.
Aortitis:This is the inflammation of the aorta.
It could be sparked by a number of reasons like injury and infection.
Aortitis is rare, but it can lead to serious complications like heart failure and aortic aneurysms.
Symptoms of Aortic Problems
Symptoms of an aortic problem vary somewhat depending on the cause.
Most people with an aortic aneurysm don’t have symptoms unless the aneurysm expands or bursts.
See a healthcare provider immediately if you experience one or more of these symptoms.
Keeping Your Aorta Healthy
Keeping your aorta healthy is crucial for overall cardiovascular health.
Keeping your aorta healthy involves managing blood pressure, cholesterol, and lifestyle habits.
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