How Do You Recognize The Symptoms Of An Aneurysm?
An aneurysm is a weakening or thin spot in the wall of a blood vessel or artery. Aneurysms can be located anywhere in the body, but they generally occur in the brain (a cerebral aneurysm) or in the aorta (an aortic aneurysm). If an aneurysm ruptures, it can cause severe internal bleeding, damage internal organs and even result in death. However, if an aneurysm is discovered before it breaks, nearly all of the deleterious effects can be avoided. If you recognize the symptoms of an aneurysm, seek medical attention to avoid any danger. Understand the risk factors for developing an aneurysm. Though they are most often formed by a congenital birth defect, there are other things that slightly increase your risk, including race (most common in whites), sex (women are more likely to develop cerebral aneurysms, men are more likely to develop aortic aneurysms), hypertension, atherosclerosis and family history. Watch for headaches and blurred vision, because both can be the symptoms of a cerebral
