Celiac Artery Aneurysm: Anyone else with same illness?
Hello! I was recently diagnosis with a celiac artery aneurysm in June 2016. I underwent a embolization w/ coils procedure since the aneurysm had grown while in the hospital. I was trying to reach out to someone who suffered the same illness but have not been lucky. I would like to locate someone with my same illness. I would appreciate any help. Thank you
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What is it you have that's 14mm? I so hope you get the help and treatment you need.
My Celiac Artery is 14mm should be 7mm but there saying not big enough to fix yet. Seeing a Cardiologist Doctor tomorrow about all this.
Well, The Cardiologist has done all kinds of Blood Tests, X-Ray and physical exam too. Prescribed Amlodipine at a low dose first for a start to see if it helps. Agrees on me stopping all the Meds and figuring what the problem is. Testing Adrenal Gland and other things. It is a start others have not done yet. Now waiting to see/hear results. More updates as they come in.
Hello @challengergt
I'm so happy that you posted the update after your appointment, This cardiologist appears to be proactively working on your behalf. I'm sure that you feel more confident in finding a solution.
I'll look forward to reading more updates as you go through this process. Do you have any scans or other tests scheduled?
OK Got my Chest X-Ray, Blood Tests, EKG, Thyroid Test ect back. There all great no highs or off charts but one. In fact, my GFR is better was 43 Stage 3B for a long time now above 60 normal. Kidneys are happy not on 10 drugs anymore! This is great news on my Kidneys!! But my Thyroid Level is High "TSH 7.07 u[iU]/mL" and I need to look into that. Cholesterol is perfect so my diet is great and 22% Body Fat. Waiting on one more Adrenal Gland Test any time now. I will keep you informed on how this is all going.
You are making progress, @challengergt. You are ruling out some causes and coming up with others.
I look forward to hearing about your continued discoveries!
My Stress Test will be soon and that one will tell them a lot. I read about one and probably won't pass it since I have a hard time walking up hill without pain and my heart rate, BP getting high. Stairs wipe me out fast, so this is what they need to see.