Aneurysm - Symptoms - Better Medicine

What are the symptoms of an aneurysm?

Aneurysms can develop slowly over many years. Many people have no symptoms, while others may experience a number of symptoms that vary in intensity among individuals depending on the location, rate of growth, and size of the aneurysm.

Common symptoms of an aneurysm

Aneurysms typically do not produce symptoms. However, if an aneurysm ruptures, any of these aneurysm symptoms may occur and can be severe:

Blurred or double vision
Confusion or loss of consciousness for even a brief moment
Dilated pupil
Drooping eyelid
Increased sensitivity to light
Nausea with or without vomiting
Pulsing sensation
Seizures and tremors
Stiff neck

Serious symptoms that might indicate a life-threatening condition

In some cases, aneurysms can be life threatening. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you, or someone you are with, have any of these life-threatening symptoms including:

Abdominal, pelvic, or lower back pain that can be severe
Blurred visionor double vision
Confusion or loss of consciousness for even a brief moment
Difficulty swallowing
Garbled or slurred speech or inability to speak
Numbness, weakness or paralysis of one side of the face
Rapid breathing (tachypnea) or shortness of breath
Rapid heart rate (tachycardia)
Worst headache of your life

INTRODUCTION

What is an aneurysm?

An aneurysm is an abnormal widening or ballooning of an artery due to weakness in the wall of the blood vessel. Aneurysms are dangerous because they may burst, spilling blood in the area surrounding the blood vessel. The disease can occur in the aorta, in a blood vessel in the brain, or in a peripheral blood vessel.... Read more about aneurysm introduction

CAUSES

What causes an aneurysm?

Aneurysms are caused by weakness in the wall of a cerebral artery or vein, aortic artery, or peripheral artery. The disorder may result from defects present at birth (congenital), from underlying conditions such as hypertensive vascular disease and atherosclerosis (buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries), or from previous trauma to the area of the aneurysm.... Read more about aneurysm causes

TREATMENTS

How is an aneurysm treated?

Treatment for aneurysms begins with seeking medical care from your health care provider. To determine if you have an aneurysm, your health care provider will ask you to undergo several diagnostic tests.... Read more about aneurysm treatments