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A member asked:

I had cerebral aneurysm coiled and stent in feb this year. if i start smoking again exactly how will it affect me?

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Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Not a good idea: Stop smoking by all means you are asking for trouble.

Dr Rothschild agreed

Answered 12/8/2013

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Cerebral aneurysm: If you have had an aneurysm coiled i would highly recommend you not take up smoking. Nicotine has significant adverse affects on the brain and on blood vessels.

Answered 12/15/2013

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