This artery is responsible for transporting oxygen rich blood from your heart to the rest of your body. The aorta begins at the left ventricle of the heart, extending upward into the chest to form an arch. It then continues downward into the abdomen, where it branches into the iliac arteries just above the pelvis.

Where do you feel aorta pain?

Deep, Aching Pain

Aortic aneurysms can occur in the chest or abdomen (stomach area) and are usually accompanied by a deep pain that some refer to as “gnawing” in nature. The pain often radiates into the shoulder blade, back, or flank. In some cases, it may affect the groin or legs.

How do I know if something is wrong with my aorta?

If the aneurysm is in the thoracic area, the patient may complain of hoarseness, bad cough, and neck or back pain, says York. "But if it's abdominal, you will usually have pain mid-abdomen, pulsating mass, nausea or vomiting, compression of the nerves, radicular pain," she notes.