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Welcome to the Aortic Aneurysms group on Mayo Clinic Connect.
An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta. The aorta begins deep in the heart as it emerges from the powerful left ventricle, gently arching over the heart, descending into the chest, and finally into the abdomen. Some aortic aneurysms can be harmless; others can lead to catastrophic problems. I invite you to follow this group and connect with others, share experiences, exchange useful information, and learn about aortic aneurysms.
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Very good advice. I'm so sorry you have this lung trouble on top of the aneurysm. Growing older and experiencing declining health is more of a shock than I'd anticipated. You can know something but until you feel it it doesn't quite seem real. Good luck to you as you work to make the most of every day.
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2 ReactionsThank you for the well wishes Pamela. I can't seem to pack enough preparations for the future into one day. So much to be done and my family will probably have to pick up where I leave off.
Well went Dr today
I'm 6.4 cm !
I'm having surgery this week!
I fell great and looking forward to getting fixed up. I just found about this 5 days ago that's the wow factor .
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5 ReactionsGood luck on your surgery! I envy you a little because you only had to stress about it for a few days. I have had my aneurysm for over 10 years and worried about it since it was discovered. It has grown to the point that I now need surgery, and it is this week as well. Here’s hoping we both have a quick recovery!
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1 ReactionTo the two of you having surgery this week, my good wishes are all over the universe for your success and full recovery. Both cases are frightening: having surgery almost immediately after finding out you have an aneurysm and living for ten years with acute anxiety. There's nothing easy about any of this. Bon chance.
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2 ReactionsI wish you the best in your recovery from your aneurysm surgery. Mine was tough but I got up and walked the next day and every day thereafter. Walking was key to a good recovery so get up and move every hour or so. I found I could do 10k steps after about 2 weeks and it really helped. Also, be sure to baby that upper body for those first few weeks after surgery... follow doctor's orders!
I am a year out from surgery and am back doing all the things I love with one less health worry!
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5 ReactionsHi!
Recently diagnosed through ct for a non-related reason and trying to learn before my 3D scans and surgeon appointments healthy ways to deal with this. As someone who has been a athlete most of my life and, at 45, having to let go of an idea of a high heart rate, intense workouts, and lifting heavy things being good was a surprising blow. Glad to see there is a place to learn and share here.
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3 ReactionsYes! I'm in the same place! Trying to find out what I CAN do exercise and sports-wise vs. what I
"can't "do.
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1 ReactionI have posted this video several times, maybe it will help you get some guidance regarding exercises and having an aneurysm:
It is an interview with a cardiologist who specializes in aortic diseases
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1 ReactionWOW! So glad you are able to have surgery and move forward with your life. Please keep me posted as to your progress. Keeping you in my heart and prayers for a smooth successful surgery and secure reapid healing. Of course I am praying for God to guide and steady the hands of your cardiothoracic surgeon as well.