What are the signs and symptoms of a thoracic aortic aneurysm?
Signs and symptoms depend on what part of the thoracic aorta was affected. The size of the aneurysm and its effect on the organs around it are also important. When the aneurysm is big, the parts around it may be squeezed. Signs and symptoms of TAA may include any of the following: • Chest, neck, back, or abdominal (stomach) pain. • Cough or blood in sputum. • Heart murmur (abnormal changes in heart sound). • Hoarseness. • Trouble breathing which may be affected by position. • Trouble swallowing. • Wheezing (high-pitched noise when breathing).
