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Can having high blood pressure for a long period of time cause a brain aneurysm?

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Yes: It can induce or worsen aneurysms.

Answered 4/21/2015

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Dr. Tibor Becske answered

Specializes in Neurology

We dont know: While we dont know if having hypertension alone can cause an aneurysm, we think that the growth of an aneurysm can be hastened by having high blood pressure.

Answered 11/7/2012

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