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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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As noted by many others you are not close to requiring surgery. It seems that is when you go to 5 cm or over. I am also at 4.2 and found out at 4.0 cm 2-1/2 years ago. I also got very worried when I found out but after seeing heart specialists who have experience in treating the condition, I found out it is important to be checked at least annually to monitor the rate of increase, keeping heart rate low, blood pressure below 120 and no heavy lifting or strenuous activities. A lot of good information in this blog by many others.
So true and appreciate this since staying positive will be important.
Oh my goodness, DON'T Panic! 4.2 is considered quite small for an aortic aneurysm. Just relax, get recommendations for a good cardiologist as you will likely be monitored every 6 months to assure the aneurysm remains stable. Mine has remained quite small for 15 years although it has grown slightly to the 4.2 size. Your doc will give you recommendations to keep the size stable.
I wish you good luck.
Donna
You should be OK at 4.2 just take it easy u til you get to the Doctor.
Hi , My name is Glenda and I'm 59. Just got results for a CT scan for something completely unrelated. It seems I have a 4.2 cm Ascending Aorta Aneurysm. Completely took me by surprise. My father and grandfather both had aneurysm's , so I guess its a generic thing. the CT scan suspects bicupsid valve? so I guess some tests will have to be run?? Just waiting for my family doctor to be back in the office, and trying not to panic..
Excellent advice that is what both my primary and cardio told me mine is 4.1
Absolutely! Bob32. Always they are the ones with the Medical Degrees 🙂 And they tell me just to make sure my BP is in check and I watch my cholesterol which I am doing. I wish you and yours a wonderful holiday season and a happy and HEALTHY New Year
Great advice. Merry Christmas and Happy New year!
Hopefully I can help you live more of a normal life than I have 🙂 My aneurysm was 4.5 over 12 years ago. It has been very stressful living with this condition and monitoring every 6 months or so. As it turns out, mine has been relatively stable and is now 4.8. I’m still have very high anxiety with it because that’s my nature. But my doctors/surgeon (primary, secondary and 3rd consultant) say I’m stable and I shouldn’t worry until they worry. But, for over the years I have been crazy thinking about this and didn’t live my life as I would have liked. At 4.3 my advise is, try and live your life…that’s very hard…but you have to try. Keep your BP under control and reduce stress. Yours is soooo small, with monitoring and control, you may never have to do anything. And, if you do, technology will continue to improve and advance that your risk will be significantly lower than it may be today. I absolutely know how you feel and I’ll pray for us both. Happy Holidays!