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I'm 38,5"4 woman,119 lb.been having blood press above 130.my grandpa and 1stcousin both died of brain aneurysms.no 1st deg realtive.am i at high risk?

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Aneurysms: are not always related to hypertension: they are weakness in arterial wall causing a bubble or bulging and cannot be diagnosed without imaging. I suggest consultation with your PCP and a neurologist.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 4/1/2019

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