mjm3,
My ascending aortic aneurysm was diagnosed at 4.5 cm in 2017. I have it checked annually with a CT and it still measures 4.5. The cardio thoracic surgeon said it could have been there for years and may never need surgery. My echo and CT measure the same, so I am switching to a MRI or Echo next year to reduce the radiation exposure.

I eat healthy, walk and lightly jog 4-5 miles a day at a heart rate that averages 108, lightweight strength training at home, and sleep well. I don't worry about the aneurysm. I am 70 years old and I have a friend who is 74 and her bicuspid valve and aortic aneurysm has been stable for years.

I try to live each day and focus on enjoying life without worry and stress. I have other heart issues that limit some of the things I used to do, so I have found new hobbies I enjoy.

Best of luck to you on your life journey. I hope you can find a place of peace with your aneurysm by living each day to the fullest and having routine screening.