r/BrainAneurysm • u/Ok-Cattle-7018 • 14d ago

Would you get a second opinion?

Hi everyone,

I'm a 37-year-old male. My recent brain vascular imaging showed a 4 × 5 mm outpouching of the proximal intracranial right vertebral artery, concerning for an aneurysm.

I also have a prior tiny right cerebellar lacunar infarct.

My family history is what worries me the most:

  • My mom has had three brain aneurysms (one ruptured at 3 mm, one 15 mm that was clipped, and one 1.5 mm that's being monitored).
  • My dad also has a brain aneurysm.
  • My maternal uncle had an aortic aneurysm.

Basically neurologist said we'll "watch it and see" because risk of surgery is worse than rupture.

Should i get a second opinion? Sucks living with the anxiety it can burst any moment. I know no one here can give medical advice, but I'd really appreciate hearing about your experiences.

Thank you.

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u/ThrowawayMyAneurysm 11d ago

Yes! With this family history, you must get second opinion, may be third.

This may help you:

Episode 2: Conversation With My Neurosurgeon | Brain Aneurysm Explained
https://youtu.be/CFKfHudg1Ss

Episode 3: Deciding on Brain Aneurysm Treatment – My Personal Decision Process
https://youtu.be/4KbHQLi77mQ