Doctor explains ABDOMINAL AORTIC ANEURYSM (AAA) | Symptoms, risk factors, treatment, screening.

In this video you will learn key things you need to know about an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, also known as a triple A (AAA); including a definition, symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and NHS screening.

An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a bulge or swelling in the aorta, the main blood vessel that runs from the heart down through the chest and tummy.

An AAA can be dangerous if it is not spotted early on.

It can get bigger over time and could burst (rupture), causing life-threatening bleeding. CALL EMERGENCY SERVICES if this happens.

Screening for AAA is routinely offered by the NHS to all men aged 65 and over.

Women aged 70 or over, who have underlying risk factors such as high blood pressure, may also be advised to attend screening for AAA.

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[lindawright]

My husband just diagnosed with AAA and this was very clear and helpful.

[TheFrankieb]

Thank you for explaining it all! I'm 39 years old, female, and i only got scanned due to blue lips, randomly would happen and pals of my hand would suddenly show all the bright blue veins?! I had 3 days with ECG then scanned me, i got told via letter i have enlarged ascending aorta 3.4cm, they will monitor it in 3 years?! I haven't even been told do's and don'ts like you explained!! So thank you, its helped me a lot, i appreciate it!

[ryuuproductions]

My mom passed back in September from an AAA rupture. She was only 63 but she ticked off pretty much everything risk factor. Heavy smoker, high blood pressure and cholesterol, stroke (which left her partially paralyzed 10 yrs ago) and strokes do run in her family. She also had bladder cancer and was early stage kidney disease. All things considered, I'm sad, but I think this was the best way for her to go.

[eakherenow]

The best presentation on tripleA on utube

[lilystonne]

I have a friend who has AAA. In addition to AAA she has other serious medical conditions. Her doctors has been monitoring her for many years. Now it has become an urgent situation. She can’t have surgery for AAA because of her general poor health but if nothing is done the swelling site might burst. At this time, the doctors are proposing an experimental procedure. She has been scheduled for tests. Also, if she is okay to proceed they still have to get approval from the hospital. It is such a tense time for my friend and her husband.

[donnapeterson]

Great video! I'm going in for a scan this afternoon for a possible AAA due to pulsating area in my abdomen. I've been feeling it for a week and after a visit to my doctor yesterday she ordered a cat scan. My only question.... why wait?? It just seems scary to me to wait till it gets "big enough".

[kandiceblu]

My mother was a drinker and I think that's what ultimately did her in with this I think drinking is a big factor in as well also as I recall she had intense slower back pain off and on for a very long time and doctors never found it and she did have high blood pressure and she was a former smoker...

[dundeeecroc]

Getting my CT scan or MRI soon, mine is 5mm and I am athletically fit, I workout, walk 7 miles a day at work and around town, lots of water/ coffee using only 1 pack of natural sugar, venison diet, some greens and fruit... beer on weekends.... and I am 59 years of age and a male.

[NortheastToolRentalsandlandsca]

What is the difference between a non-aneurysm, abdominal aorta versus a aneurysm abdominal aorta?

[aisham]

My brother is on his third surgery due to Marfan. The second surgery, he had a foot amputated and in February, had the AAA surgery and has since unable to walk. I just need help and looking for a community of people who can help us - he feels so alone, not knowing if he'll ever walk again nor can anyone relate to what he is going through. Would you be willing to connect with him, just to share your thoughts and recovery victory?

[jochimbenschneider]

And most of the time those bad symptoms when happening means it’s too late unless you are close to a hospital. If you sense any mild symptoms as he said do not fool around. Get your loved one to the hospital asap. You can probably save them in that case.

[markboudreaux]

I was diagnosed with AAA and my PCP is keeping and eye on it it was 4.1 cms he said if it gets to 5.5 cms I would need the procedure 👍

[Nyathalie_Efheart]

Ive had all those 3 first symptoms you mentioned first since December, I've been to the doctor alot but they haven't figured out what it is, i think its cuz im young they havent bothered checking for this. Im going to demand an ultrasound

[liliaferguson]

Thank you for this video Dr. Donovan. Very interesting.

[athinameleti]

My mothers got diagnosed for a 43-44 mm abdominal aneurysm! It’s benn stable though for 4 years now! I’m so terrified though! She survived a raptured brain aneurysm and now this thing again! Pls doctor I would like your opinion!

[sillyguyfunnyman]

i understand that a pulsing stomach can be normal, especially as i am 23. but i am 190 lbs and a smoker, and the pulse is visible 24/7. there is no pain, nausea, discomfort, no high blood pressure, etc. i’ve been to urgent care (no scan was performed, but a physical exam was) and was told an aneurysm was unlikely, but i still worry endlessly about the pulsing. would it be wise to go to the hospital or not? i live in america and the cost of healthcare is the biggest thing keeping me from going. what would you do?

[asmahassan]

Thank you doctor donovan ❤ i watched ur vedios nd understand alot

[ronaldprovencher]

What if you have two Aneurysm at the same time .. Abdominal aortic aneurysm without rupture (CMS-HCC)
Thoracic aortic aneurysm without rupture (CMS/HCC) that are increasing in size ?

[MegaMikeylikes]

Fluoroquinolone antibiotics because these antibiotics inhibit collagen type 1 and 3 synthesis can have these develop more so in the abdomen that supply the blood flow to the Colon. Many our support group members had passed not knowing they had these, our Admin discovered his at 4.1 CM's while trying to treat his constipation. The iron and magnesium also getting chelated out of the cell.

[raypersaud]

Thank you for your informative video, this is very helpful, cheers