Prevention of developing a cerebral aneurysm, or of having one burst, is mostly a lifestyle issue.
The strategies are:
- Don't smoke or use stimulant drugs. Both can cause a sudden increase in blood pressure and damage arteries.
- Limit caffeine intake. Caffeine is a stimulant that can cause a sudden increase in blood pressure.
- Avoid straining. Extreme activities that make you strain, such as lifting heavy weights, can cause a sudden increase in blood pressure.
- Be cautious of aspirin use. If you have an aneurysm, talk to your doctor before taking aspirin or other drugs that inhibit blood clotting because they may increase blood loss if you hemorrhage.
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