Preventing Rupture of an Aortic Aneurysm

Preventing Rupture of an Aortic Aneurysm By Richard N. Fogoros, MD  This week: A ruptured aortic aneurysm is a catastrophic event that often produces sudden death, and is far more common than is generally realized. Here is what you should know to prevent a ruptured aneurysm. Also: orthopnea - what it means.  Preventing Rupture of an Aortic Aneurysm  Aortic aneurysm is a balloon-like dilation of the aorta - the body's main artery. Rupture of an aortic aneurysm is usually a catastrophe. READ NOW Orthopnea and what it means  Orthopnea is dyspnea (shortness of breath) that occurs while lying down. It is a common symptom of heart failure. READ NOW Why Are Some Heart Attacks 'Silent?'  Heart attacks, or myocardial infarctions, can occur without causing apparent symptoms, but they are no less dangerous than others. READ NOW How Aerobic Exercise Fights Stiff Heart  Regular aerobic exercise can decrease heart stiffness and improve diastolic dysfunction and quality of life. READ NOW Secret Cardiology on Facebook   Here is a Facebook page featuring issues related to your heart, that your cardiologist would rather not talk about.  READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE NEXT Could Your Child Have a Learning Disability? Quiz: Are You At Risk For Burnout? Quiz: Does Your Lifestyle Make You Happy? Quiz: Does Your Thinking Style Make You An Optimist? Understanding Insomnia Are You More of an Extrovert or an Introvert? What Type of Leadership Do You Have? Test Your Perfectionist Tendencies AN ABOUT.COM BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Heart Disease newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.