Aneurysms Support Group

There are no easy answers. Deciding whether to coil aneurysms depends on a lot of factors beyond size like shape, neck width, location, age, other health factors, etc. Only your neurosurgeon can determine how dangerous they are and how easy they are to coil. I decided to coil a 5mm at age 56 because I didn't want it hanging over me for the rest of my life like the "Sword of Damocles." The coiling turned out to be no big deal for me as I recovered quickly and have no headaches or deficits. But everyone is different.

You should always get a second opinion when in doubt. Mine ruptured and i wish i had been found early on.... I still live with side effects and a certain amount of pain over a year later.

I just came from a second opinion consultation at the Mayo Clinic. My annie is between a 3 and 4mm. The neurosurgeon there stated he thought a coil for one that small would not be the best way to go. But my annie is near my right temple - easy to get to with surgery. Have you gotten a second opinion? I felt they would actually tell me it would be best not to do anything but watch it since it was so small, but the fact that I have family history with ruptured aneurysms they think it best to fix mine. I do not smoke and do not have high blood pressure, two other high risks for doing surgery.

I had a ruptured aneurysm,,I would definitely have the annie looked after as soon as possible..get a second opinion,,but don't delay. I recovered quickly,,with only minimal problems..good luck.