A member asked:

How many years of having high blood pressure would it take to develop an anuerysm if at all ?

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Dr. Harry Myers answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Hypertension: Hi, you are on the right track. Hypertension is a chronic disease that causes problems over decades. Family history, smoking, uncontrolled high blood pressure all play a role in aneurysm formation. There are also aneurysms that are found for seemingly no reason as well. Hope this helps! good luck, dr. H.

Answered 5/4/2016

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Dr. Jon Spiers answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

It varies.: Hypertension can contribute to the development of an aneurysm, but it is but one of many factors. Talk to your doctor. And for goodness sake, control your blood pressure.

Answered 9/22/2013

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