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What Is Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?

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Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture
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What is Abdominal aortic aneurysm?

The abdominal aortic aneurysm is a weakened and bulging area in the lower part of the aorta, the major blood vessel that supplies blood to the body. Most small and slow-growing abdominal aortic aneurysms don’t rupture, but large, fast-growing abdominal aortic aneurysms may.

Symptoms of Abdominal aortic aneurysm-

  • Back pain
  • Pulsating feeling near the navel
  • Tenderness or pain in the abdomen or chest

Causes of Abdominal aortic aneurysm-

Risk factors of Abdominal aortic aneurysm-

  • People age 60 and older
  • Being male
  • Tobacco use
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Family history
  • More common in whites
  • High blood pressure

Complications of Abdominal aortic aneurysm-

  • Tears in the wall of the aorta (dissection)
  • Rupture of the aneurysm

Diagnosis of Abdominal aortic aneurysm

Diagnosis of Abdominal aortic aneurysm involves the following tests:

  • Chest X-ray
  • Abdominal ultrasound
  • Computerized tomographies (CT) scan
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Precautions & Prevention of Abdominal aortic aneurysm
  • Monitor your blood sugar frequently
  • Keep your blood pressure in the normal range

Treatment of Abdominal aortic aneurysm 

Homeopathic Treatment of Aortic Aneurysm-

Homeopathy can be life-saving support. It can help with both prevention and treatment. It treats the person as a whole. It means that homeopathic treatment focuses on the patient as a person, as well as his pathological condition. It balances the energy system, improves immunity and body functions. It naturally cures the root cause of the disorder. Some common homeopathic medicines used for an aortic aneurysm are:

  • Cactus
  • Lach
  • Bar M
  • Ars Iod
  • Spong


Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Abdominal aortic aneurysm-

In the Allopathic Treatment of Abdominal aortic aneurysm, statin medications and some antibiotics may slow the growth of small aortic aneurysms.

Surgical Treatment of Abdominal aortic aneurysm

Surgical Treatment of Abdominal aortic aneurysm involves the following surgeries: 

  • Open-abdominal surgery
  • Endovascular surgery

Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Abdominal aortic aneurysm

  • Avoid foods high in saturated fat and cholesterol
  • Avoid foods high in refined sugar
  • Avoid high salt diet
  • Eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables

 

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