 [ Symptoms ] can an alcoholic have a heart attack if he quits drinking sudenly  person has been drinking a fifth or more for past 4 days [ Disease ] if you have ever been told you have an abdominal aortic aneurysm aaa and are experiencing abdominal pain then you should seek immediate medical treatment here are the guidelines if you have sudden severe abdominal pain especially if it is a tearing sensation in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen an extreme drop in blood pressure as evidenced by dizziness paleness and a sudden increase in your heart rate or sudden confusion and weakness you should call 911 immediately otherwise call your cardiologist right away and tell them your aaa may be symptomatic they should get you an appointment quickly you are right to rule out aaa as soon as possible i wish you all the best