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Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: Apr 6 7:33am | Replies (18)

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Often there are no symptoms associated with an ascending aortic aneurysm until an emergent situation arises.

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@rlhix Yes, many people with ascending aortic aneurysms have no symptoms at all, often earning it the nickname "silent killer". While early, subtle warning signs like vague chest, back, or neck pain, hoarseness, or coughing can occur, they are often dismissed or overlooked until a dangerous rupture or dissection.