Aneurysms
Key facts An aneurysm is a bulge in a blood vessel wall. An aneurysm can be harmless, as long as it doesn’t rupture (burst). Aneurysms can occur anywhere in your body. You can help reduce your chance of getting some aneurysms by eating a healthy diet, stopping smoking, exercising and taking medicines for high blood pressure. What is an aneurysm? An aneurysm is a bulge caused by a weakening of the blood vessel wall. It can happen in any blood vessel, but is seen more often in arteries. Aneurysms can be harmless. It probably won’t cause you any problems as long