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An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta. The aorta begins deep in the heart as it emerges from the powerful left ventricle, gently arching over the heart, descending into the chest, and finally into the abdomen. Some aortic aneurysms can be harmless; others can lead to catastrophic problems. I invite you to follow this group and connect with others, share experiences, exchange useful information, and learn about aortic aneurysms.
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Hello @anniejam
There is a shuttle that runs fairly regularly from the airport to Rochester, Minnesota, and to all of the major hotels there. Here is the website to the shuttle service I used the last time I was at Mayo. https://groometransportation.com/minneapolis-st-paul-airport/rochester/?
is there a bus from minneapolis airport to mayos in Rochester?
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1 ReactionI am not aware of pain with my .AAA
Hello Kanaaz. I just have a little question. Does anyone with the ascending aortic aneurysm get chest pain from it? I see my cardiologist next month. He is managing my cardiac spasm from endothelial dysfunction. I have a 4.2 aortic enlargement in addition to the spasm. I have been having an uptick in chest pain and a change in pattern of the pain, which is why he scheduled me earlier for my checkup. I deal with low blood pressure, especially at night. I have made life style changes in order to keep active and live my life. But the pain can be incapacitating at times, which gets in the way. I always take a partner now when I go out, for example. So does anyone get pain from their aneurysm. How do I interpret this without overreacting? Thanks for any info on other people’s experiences.
That is the information I have as well. Thanks for sharing
I believe they are all related and you need to see a cardiologist
I understand your hesitation about additional surgery. I wish you well.
We will look into the specialist, however I have ataxia that is progressing, possible EDS therefor don’t heal well. Many other complications make me hesitant to even think about another surgery.
Atenolol. It was not feeling better it was worse. Brain fog, balance problems, vision problems, dizziness. I have a new doctor and I am now off of the atenolol. I'm taking Elipulse the last 10 days. It's a product sold in Canada. It does not have all the side effects.
I think your first questions should center around how to find an outstanding cardiologist. An ascending aortic aneurysm should be evaluated and monitored by a specialist. A specialist will perhaps refer you to a vascular surgeon for evaluation. You want to do this now so you know and are feeling confident in your medical team, well in advance of your need to have surgery. I wish you good luck and good health.