advertisement
Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 01-17-2012, 03:29 PM #1
justsad's Avatar
justsad justsad is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: United State
Posts: 41
10 yr Member
justsad justsad is offline
Junior Member
justsad's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: United State
Posts: 41
10 yr Member
Default 3-6 mm aneurysm

Has anyone here ever had a 3-6 mm aneurysm done anything surgical to? These surgeons do not seem to know how to do anything else, but it hasn't done anything except just stay there the same little thing.

Do surgeons ever wait and see if something is broke first?
justsad is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote

advertisement
Old 01-17-2012, 04:36 PM #2
cass3765 cass3765 is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Sydney, Australia
Posts: 35
10 yr Member
cass3765 cass3765 is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Sydney, Australia
Posts: 35
10 yr Member
Default

Hi There,
Welcome to NT, I hope u find the answers that u are looking for. The first thing I supose that needs to be asked is where the annie is, wot size and type of annie.
I have 3 annies ranging from 2mm to 7mm. I have 2 that are in a high risk area and Im 1 week out from seeing my surgeon.
Yes there are many people who have small annies that are on a "wait and watch" program. Unfortunately aneurysms arent something that can just be left as rupture can be devastating. Always best that they are discovered and dealt with before that happens.
Back to your question, yes there are many people who have had 3 - 6mm aneurysms "dealt" with thru coiling or clipping.
Im certainly no expert and I have only recently discovered mine after a series of incidents that were directly related to the annies.
Good luck, do some research n reading, there is an endless supply of information. And ask plenty of questions. I was sent to The Brain aneurysm Foundation site which is a great source of information.
Sending u lots of happy smiley vibes
Cass
cass3765 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
justsad (02-13-2012)
Old 01-18-2012, 05:52 AM #3
justsad's Avatar
justsad justsad is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: United State
Posts: 41
10 yr Member
justsad justsad is offline
Junior Member
justsad's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: United State
Posts: 41
10 yr Member
Default

Thanks, Cass. It's a brain annie, on the main right branch. I appreciate your response.
justsad is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 01-27-2012, 05:52 AM #4
Lynn's Avatar
Lynn Lynn is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Australia
Posts: 660
15 yr Member
Lynn Lynn is offline
Member
Lynn's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Australia
Posts: 660
15 yr Member
Default

Hi there

The main problem with these little nasties is that when they do break, the consequences can be catastrophic and can cause death or permanent disability.

Many people are out there with an aneurysm and they never know about it. Some live their entire lives and die from other natural causes..... but......statistically, even small ones can rupture and be potentially deadly.

They often just monitor them until they reach 7 mm (or change in some way), but it is a ticking bomb. It should be at least monitored and you should be under the care of a specialist.

My unruptured aneurysm was only 5 mm when I had it clipped. The doctor showed my photographs taken during surgery and told me that I had been very lucky and it would have only been a matter of time before my kids found me dead on the floor.

I don't mean to scare you, but if you have been lucky enought to find this monster before it has 'found you' then you should really think about the options your doctor/surgeon gives you.

You doc will consider your age, general health, size, location and type of aneurysm. If you don't like the advice you are given, you should seek a second opinion.

Some procedures are more invasive than others, so make sure that the one you choose is right for you.

Please take care and keep in touch

Kind regards

Lyn
__________________
Lyn
.



Multiple Sclerosis Dx 2001 Craniotomy to clip brain aneurysm 2004. ITP 1993.
Lynn is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
justsad (01-27-2012)
Old 01-27-2012, 09:33 AM #5
SDFencer's Avatar
SDFencer SDFencer is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: San Diego
Posts: 198
10 yr Member
SDFencer SDFencer is offline
Member
SDFencer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: San Diego
Posts: 198
10 yr Member
Default

I have a couple of annies that besides being stented and clipped continue to grow. I tell people that They should not make me angry because "I have an exploding head and I'm not afraid to use it."
I can recommend two books for more information. "Brain Aneurysms" by Dr Robert Spetzler and "Brain Aneurysms and Vascular Malformations" by Dr Eric Nussbaum. Both are written for patients and family, non science types and give you a better understanding of what's percolating.

Come here for support and some answers. There is coiling, stents, clipping. I wish there was a medical duct tape. Don't let your Dr gloss over things. Keeep pressing for answers and have them explain it in a non-technical way if possible. (ie "the brain is shaped like a boxing glove") Or as I refer to it; the "Circle of whatchu talkin bout Willis?" OK, I'm dating myself with that.

Hang in there
__________________
I've had brain surgery, what's your excuse?
2 brain sugeries (aneurysms) 5 strokes and 5 seizures in the last 10 years.
SDFencer is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
ginnie (01-27-2012), justsad (01-27-2012)
Old 01-27-2012, 05:24 PM #6
justsad's Avatar
justsad justsad is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: United State
Posts: 41
10 yr Member
justsad justsad is offline
Junior Member
justsad's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: United State
Posts: 41
10 yr Member
Default

I just had another angeogram for it last week. They say its okay still at 5-6mm. and want to go in again in 6 months, I just wonder why so offer. Itsnt going in so often dangerous?
justsad is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 02-06-2012, 04:36 AM #7
justsad's Avatar
justsad justsad is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: United State
Posts: 41
10 yr Member
justsad justsad is offline
Junior Member
justsad's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: United State
Posts: 41
10 yr Member
Default A newer angeagram

Quote:
Originally Posted by justsad View Post
I just had another angeogram for it last week. They say its okay still at 5-6mm. and want to go in again in 6 months, I just wonder why so offer. Itsnt going in so often dangerous?
I got the official results & it's grown but not a problem.


Not mine but like it
__________________
just|sad

Last edited by justsad; 02-06-2012 at 06:00 AM.
justsad is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
...Is this an aneurysm? Hikaru Aneurysm 0 10-15-2011 02:00 AM
Was this an aneurysm? Red21 Aneurysm 2 10-12-2010 07:03 PM
Looking for any help with aneurysm lamb chops New Member Introductions 4 10-24-2009 01:00 AM
aneurysm Tinks 00 New Member Introductions 11 02-04-2009 03:47 PM
Possible Aneurysm Porkette Aneurysm 6 10-04-2006 11:46 PM


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:55 AM.

Powered by vBulletin • Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.

vBulletin Optimisation provided by vB Optimise v2.7.1 (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
 

NeuroTalk Forums

Helping support those with neurological and related conditions.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only,
and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment
provided by a qualified health care provider.


Always consult your doctor before trying anything you read here.