Question 1

what is the difference between a splenic artery aneurysm and a calcified splenic artery? can a calcified one burst?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can rupture: but less chance than non calcified splenic artery aneurysm . Calcium is deposited on the wall of artery ,. Size , progressive  increase of are the factors for intervention.

Question 2

i had a concussion4 months ago.i cant stop fearing that i hurt or weakened my arteries and that every bump wiil cause them to burst.ct normal.posible?

Accepted Answer

No: Your body is resilient . As long as you do not have symptoms you will hopefully be ok. Share any concerns with your doctor.

Question 3

can an 85 yr old heal from a jefferson burst fracture of c1, with midline anterior arch fracture and fractures of the posterior arch at the levels/course of vertebral arteries. fracture base of the dens, with at least 6 mm of anterior separation?

Accepted Answer

: The pace of healing is clearly  age dependent, and  fracture stabilization is very slow indeed above age 80 yrs.  Would discuss this  with an orthopedic surgeon and check out various options for healing, such as bone stimulation, ongoing need for cervical bracing, surgical interventions, etc.

Question 4

i had a" godzilla", per my surgeon,  ganglion cyst surgically removed on radial artery, several yrs ago.  now, lg cyst burst. swollen, pain. lg area?

Accepted Answer

Ganglion cysts: even when surgically removed can reoccur. Treatment involves analgesics and possibly another operation. Its a tough call. Read about ganglion cysts (they are sometimes called Giddion Cysts when intentionally ruptured by striking them with a heavy object like a Bible (which is old days was often the largest book in the doctor's office !)

Question 5

i poked my temple four days ago still hurts and had a fight with parents extremely worked up  possible to have burst an artery due to blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

*Probably* OK: What was your temple "poked" with? An ice pick? Back end of a shovel? Trowel, like in "Night of the Living Dead??" Or was it a fist or accidentally with knuckles or whatever. In any case as long as the rest of you is OK then it's probably just a bruise. The temple area is very sensitive (like your ribs or shins) and will take time to heal. You've passed the "serious" period of 48 hours.

Question 6

my mother, 81, suffered a "brain stroke" during angioplasty when an artery burst. her swallow function is impaired for about a year now (she is on a rt). any treatment in such cases - or do we only hope for the other neurons to take up the function?

Accepted Answer

: Subsequent to brain injury, spontaneous healing mostly is completed by 12-18 months.  This process becomes less complete as humans age.  Would suspect at this point, unlikely to witness any substantial transition.  Might check with speech therapy to objectify status.

Question 7

how can you unclog arteries?

Accepted Answer

Artery Health: Unfortunately, there is not much to do for calcification throughout your arteries unless it is causing or about to cause symptoms. As we age, and based on lifestyle, calcification (atherosclerosis) progresses. To minimize the effect, treating elevated cholesterol's, not smoking, and exercise will all prevent progression and reduce the risk of horrific complications.

Question 8

what food cleans the ?arteries?

Accepted Answer

None really: There are no foods that can really clean the arteries however a heart healthy diet can certainly help in prevention. Diets with appropriate calories for size & activity, fruits & vegetables, low cholesterol, low salt, limited trans & saturated fats are recommended. Control of diabetes, high blood pressure are very important.     http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-healthy-diet/nu00196.

Question 9

what foods can unclog my arteries?

Accepted Answer

While food plants : Fresh fruits and vegetables and avoiding animal protein, animal fat, and dairy will lead to reversal of atherosclerosis.

Question 10

what causes hardening of the arteries?

Accepted Answer

Several things: Hight blood pressure , diabetes, high cholesterol , smoking , family history of early atherosclerosis , some hypercoagulable disease like homocystenemia , vasculitis

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Can an artery burst

A member asked:

What is the difference between a splenic artery aneurysm and a calcified splenic artery? can a calcified one burst?

A member asked:

I had a concussion4 months ago.i cant stop fearing that i hurt or weakened my arteries and that every bump wiil cause them to burst.ct normal.posible?

A member asked:

Can an 85 yr old heal from a jefferson burst fracture of c1, with midline anterior arch fracture and fractures of the posterior arch at the levels/course of vertebral arteries. fracture base of the dens, with at least 6 mm of anterior separation?

A member asked:

I had a" godzilla", per my surgeon, ganglion cyst surgically removed on radial artery, several yrs ago. now, lg cyst burst. swollen, pain. lg area?

A member asked:

I poked my temple four days ago still hurts and had a fight with parents extremely worked up possible to have burst an artery due to blood pressure?

A member asked:

My mother, 81, suffered a "brain stroke" during angioplasty when an artery burst. her swallow function is impaired for about a year now (she is on a rt). any treatment in such cases - or do we only hope for the other neurons to take up the function?

A member asked:

How can you unclog arteries?

A member asked:

What food cleans the ?arteries?

A member asked:

What foods can unclog my arteries?

A member asked:

What causes hardening of the arteries?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?