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Symptom Checker
Step 4: Read and complete the decision guide to learn more about your symptoms.
Understanding New and Severe Abdominal Pain
Since you are at increased risk for problems in the aorta, please answer the following question:
Do you have pain that may be described as "throbbing" in nature?
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