@ghk Hi ghk, I think we all feel like ticking time bombs when we first learn about our aneurysms, I certainly did. Particularly for me because I found out after I got testing done which was prompted by my brother’s sudden death from a heart attack. No autopsy on him so we don’t know what really happened to his heart and if he had an aneurysm dissection. It’s now been 2 years since my diagnosis of a 4.8 aneurysm at the root and a 4.2 aneurysm further up the aorta. I now feel lucky to be aware of the issues, and comfortable that it is highly unlikely that I will have dissection so long as I work with the right medical experts, keep my blood pressure in check, get checked annually and follow their advice. It does take a bit for the shock of the diagnosis to wear off, but the only changes to my lifestyle have been for the better as I now am much more committed to my gym! Best to you on this journey!

@ghk
Hello.....hopefully you know the size already. Depending on that, family history, and your overall health condition, you may be able to have it monitored. Usually nothing is done except BP control and monitoring until it reaches 5.0-5.5cm. BP control is essential to reduce the chance for size to increase. Knowledge is power and may help to keep this situation in perspective. As you read other posts here, many who have this condition are leading normal, active lives! Best wishes for better days ahead!