Hello Community,

At 51 years old, I was diagnosed with an aneurysm in my ascending aorta, measuring 4.2 cm. Two years later, wanting to increase my running, I asked my doctor to reassess my condition. The aneurysm had grown to 4.9 cm. My doctor advised me to stop running and scheduled surgery. In September 2003, I underwent the procedure. Afterward, I was able to resume running without any issues.

Additionally, my younger brother received treatment for his aneurysm and bivalve valves. Our father passed away from an aortic dissection at the age of 66; he, too, had bivalve valves. My older sister has also shown signs of aneurysms.

Interestingly, both of my iliac arteries also show aneurysms.