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Heart Rate and Blood Pressure restrictions with an AAA 4.1cm

Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: Aug 1 6:41am | Replies (21)
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@jmc1951

Thank you. This is all relatively new to me, as I was diagnosed 18 months ago with a 4.4 dilation...unchanged since then. While my cardiologist let's me go on hiking/walking vacations, he suggested I stop high intensity interval workouts at my spin class. I'm not sure I understand the difference...meeting with him next week to learn more. Btw, is this forum monitored by Mayo staff and do they ever offer their opinions? Just joined last week...

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chrisn61 | @chrisn61 | Mar 6 1:37pm

I agree. I go on hikes from time to time and it can be very strenuous!! Prior to my diagnosis in December, I was getting my heart rate up to 150/160 3 to 5 times per week on a bike. My doctor said that was fine for me to continue doing. Given all the uncertainty on this topic here- I've decided to scale back to 120/130..... I have an appointment and more tests at Mayo next month- I will be trying to get a better understanding of the disparity and lack of clarity of medical advice here.

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