Aneurysm is blood filled balloon like bulge in the wall of blood vessel. It can occur in any blood vessel in the body. The risk of rupture increases with the increase in size of aneurysm. Aneurysms are resulted with weakened blood vessel wall and can result due to heredity condition or an acquired disease. People with medical history of diabetics, obesity, hypertension, tobacco use, alcoholism, high cholesterol, increasing age and tertiary syphilis are at high risk for Aneurysm.
Some of the symptoms of Aneurysm:
- Sudden and severe headache
- Sudden Vision and speech problem
- Fatigue
- Loss of balance
- Neck pain or stiffness
When should you consult a doctor?
Consult a doctor if you notice the above signs at the earliest possible as doctor can diagnose the severity of the problem.
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