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Is The Condition Of Dilated And Calcified Aorta Serious?

Hi Doctor. I have a concern regarding my Mom's (64 years old) condition. The thing is, seen from her x-ray, she was diagnosed to having DILATED and CALCIFIED AORTA. The Doctor told her that it is expected to people over 65 years old. I'd like to know if it is a serious condition? Thank you so much. Hope to get a response from you.
Fri, 17 Feb 2017
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X ray is very non specific thing to answer about this....get her 2d echo cardiography or CT chest,Does she have any symptoms?
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Is The Condition Of Dilated And Calcified Aorta Serious?

X ray is very non specific thing to answer about this....get her 2d echo cardiography or CT chest,Does she have any symptoms?