Question 1

what is aneurysm?

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Balooning of a vesse: Weakening of arterial  wall causing aneurysm 
this can rupture and cause bleeding and complications depending on the location can be deadly
consult a medical professional.

Question 2

any symptoms of aneurysm?

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Depends: Stable aneurysms (small and not growing) usually have no symptoms ... Large or growing aneurysms, or those about to rupture usually cause pain (abdomen and/or back) and problems with organs that have had their artery branches from the aorta closed off (e.g. Intestines, kidneys, legs, etc.

Question 3

are aneurysm's hereditary?

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Not Mendelian: Not hereditary in the mendelian sense. Some families have higher incidence of aneurysms.  Cofactors such as hypertension, diet and smoking habits may play a role in this. Connective tissue disorders are hereditary and some of these are associated with aneurysms but this is an indirect effect. I do not routinely screen family members but a negative mra can be reassuring.

Question 4

can aneurysm be symptomatic?

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Yes, if: If getting bigger or starting to rupture, can feel pain ... If branches to your intestines, kidneys, or legs, then can get symptoms related to those areas, again usually abdominal pain, low urine, or leg pain, respectively.

Question 5

what could cause an aneurysm?

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Abdominal (AAA)?: We are not quite sure what actually causes an AAA to form in some people. The leading thought is that the aneurysm may be caused by inflammation in the aorta, which may cause its wall to weaken or break down. Most believe that this inflammation can be associated with atherosclerosis (also called hardening of the arteries) or risk factors for atherosclerosis, such as high blood pressure and smoking.

Question 6

how fast could an aneurysm grow?

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Depends: On type and location of aneurysm.  Can you add specifics?

Question 7

what r the symptoms of aneurysms?

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Depends: Stable aneurysms (small and not growing) usually have no symptoms ... Large or growing aneurysms, or those about to rupture usually cause pain and problems with organs that have had their artery branches from the aorta closed off (e.g. Intestines, kidneys, legs, etc.

Question 8

how quickly can an aneurysm grow?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Ascending usually less than 1 cm  per year but sudden expansion is a true danger.
Descending similar.
Abdominal perhaps a bit slower, but any pain, leakage, rapid change is a bad sign.

Question 9

what happens once you have aneurysm?

Accepted Answer

Variable: An aneurysm is basically a weak spot in a blood vessel that enlarges in a ballon-like fashion.  Arteries in the brain have very thin walls so that aneurysms may rupture and cause a stroke.  Aortic aneurysms may rupture and lead to fatal bleeding (that is how einstein died).  If any questions check with your doc. Some small aneurysms have very low risk and are watched closely.

Question 10

what sort of problem is an aneurysm?

Accepted Answer

Weakened wall: An aneurysm is due to an outpouching of the wall of a vessel due to a weakness in the wall. These are concerning as it can cause issues such as strokes and/or bleeding.

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