A brain aneurysm occurs when a weakened blood vessel in the brain forms a bubble, which can rupture and cause fatal bleeding. Even unruptured aneurysms may press on brain structures, leading to severe symptoms.
### **Key Symptoms**
🧠 **Severe Headache** – Sudden, intense, and unlike any before.
👁 **Vision Problems** – Drooping eyelids, double or blurred vision.
⚡ **Seizures & Numbness** – Unexpected seizures, facial numbness.
🤢 **Other Signs** – Nausea, stiff neck, light sensitivity, ringing in ears, or loss of consciousness.
### **Risk Factors**
🚬 Smoking & Excessive Alcohol
💉 High Blood Pressure & Cholesterol
🧬 Family History & Genetic Disorders
❗ Drug Use (e.g., Cocaine)
### **Diagnosis & Treatment**
📌 **Imaging Tests** – CT scan, MRI, or cerebral angiography detect aneurysms.
🔪 **Treatment Options** – Monitoring, surgical clipping, or endovascular embolization.
### **Prevention Tips**
✔ Control blood pressure with a healthy diet & exercise
✔ Avoid smoking & alcohol abuse
✔ Reduce stress & prioritize relaxation
✔ Get regular medical check-ups, especially with a family history
Early detection saves lives—seek medical help if symptoms appear!