Mildly dilated ascending aorta

Posted by asolidrock @asolidrock, Sep 30 8:52pm

I recently reported having stress test and echo which appeared normal. After I met with my cardiologist he said the stress test was normal along with my echo; he the said my ascending aorta was mildly dilated but wasn't concerned about it; of course it didn't ask any questions. After getting home I "googled it" and it seems that I get varying opinions on the the mild dilation. I don't have chest pain anymore but do feel funny in my chest sometimes. Anyone out there have any opinions.

Thanks

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asolidrock | @asolidrock | Oct 4 3:49pm

In reply to @jdssunflower "@pegsterb I have a 5.6 aortic arch aneurysm shown on ECHO. But 5.4 shown on CTA...." + (show)

I pray you get it repaired soon and you get best treatment as im sure you treated others.

jdssunflower | @jdssunflower | Oct 4 4:27pm

In reply to @asolidrock "I pray you get it repaired soon and you get best treatment as im sure you..." + (show)

@asolidrock thank your for your kind words!

pegsterb | @pegsterb | Oct 4 6:00pm

In reply to @jdssunflower "@pegsterb I have a 5.6 aortic arch aneurysm shown on ECHO. But 5.4 shown on CTA...." + (show)

@jdssunflower I'm so sorry that you had such a bad experience. They probably did a CT angiogram. They would need the contrast to clearly highlight the vessels.
Some people don't belong in the medical field. It's a people job and if you don't like people, or have compassion and empathy, you need a new job.
I'm sorry also for the cancelation of your appointment. I'm sure you were anxious, nervous and excited to see what is next in your journey.
Is this a new diagnosis?? I may have missed an earlier post. The initial period post diagnosis is very emotional. Shock. Fear. Frustration. Uncertainty. It is not a time for "caregivers " to not give you the compassion you need. It's not asking for much. Give comfort in stressful times. Don't increase the stress.
I don't know what kind of veins you have. With a CTA, I have always been able to drink water up until the procedure. No food for 2 hours before. If you could really hydrate yourself, it might be a more comfortable procedure. Or get a tech with better IV skills.
I can feel how anxious and frustrated you are right now. I hope they can fit you in quickly for your next appointment. Sending hugs and prayers!!!🙏🙏🙏♥️🤗

Justin McClanahan, Moderator | @JustinMcClanahan | Oct 5 8:29am

In reply to @asolidrock "Just recently had a stress test and echo; both were ok. So I thought. My cardiologist..." + (show)

Hello @asolidrock,

I combined your discussions on your mildly dilated aneurysm into the same conversation in the Aortic Aneurysm support group:

"Mildly dilated ascending aorta"
- https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/ascending-aorta-1/

Here, all the members who joined each discussion will now be able to Connect and share in one discussion focused on the mildly dilated ascending aorta.

asolidrock | @asolidrock | Oct 5 10:56am

In reply to @JustinMcClanahan "Hello @asolidrock, I combined your discussions on your mildly dilated aneurysm into the same conversation in..." + (show)

Im sorry I hope i wasn't out of line. Everyone has been more than helpful just like the prostrate cancer support group

Justin McClanahan, Moderator | @JustinMcClanahan | Oct 5 1:19pm

In reply to @asolidrock "Im sorry I hope i wasn't out of line. Everyone has been more than helpful just..." + (show)

@asolidrock, you were not out of line at all. By combining both discussions we bring members into one 'room' to meet one-another and to carry on a larger conversation rather than be split across a few different discussions.

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