Thoracic aortic aneurysm: Anyone had surgery?

Ok, so slow and steady. thank you.

Thank you.

My doctors have all told me that exercise is important. You should just not do anything that raises your heart rate quickly or lift heavy weights. It is important to stay in as good of shape as you can. Walking is a good exercise that fits the description.

My insurance has been fine about me going there also.

With your MD's approval, walking is a very significant exercise. To start, find a walking area that is on the flat and without distractions. Just walk for 15 or 20 minutes at the fastest speed you can without becoming winded. Gradually increase your time/distance. Good luck!

Hi: I usually only read and follow everyone here. But now have some questions. Along with A-fib I have a mild leak in my left Ventricle, and a thoracic aortic aneurysm of 4.3. It has been stable at that size for 7 or so years. I can feel myself going down hill and keep asking my Drs about exercise with these conditions. I get winded quickly and fatigued. Both my primary and Cardiologist have said that it doesn't matter if I do or don't. So, I don't want to allow my heart to get flabby and soft. Can I do something to at least keep my heart as strong as it is, or do I risk making it worse, or will it get worse in spite of what I do. Any one out there that has any advise. I take 3. Warferin, 12.5 Metoprolol and 120 NP thyroid.
Your expertise and experience would be very helpful. Thank you

Thank you so very much. It is so comforting to know that you are out there. Please contact me any time also Lynn.

Deby

Thank you! I hope my insurance will let me go there. I will be checking today of tomorrow.

Good luck to you. Mayo will take good care of you. They make it less scary as they are so very good at what they do. Let me know if you have any questions.

I just found out I have a AAA. It is 4.0 right now. It is very scary . I will be flowing you to see how you are doing. Good luck at your appointment