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Brain Aneurysm - My Life Long Mission!


I Am a Brain Aneurysm Advocate


September has been defined as Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month, BUT that should not and does not stop the need for continuous awareness. Since experiencing a brain aneurysm on April 1st, 2010 (no joke!), I am on a mission to expose this condition and support those affected by it in any form.


As one that has overcome Brain Aneurysm, it is crucial that we all realise that we ALL have meaning and significance as long as we have breath in our lungs! This is one of my KEY messages!


As a Bee Foundation Ambassador — an organization that continuously raises funds for research and supports brain aneurysm survivors — I am fortunate to have access to the latest developments in research, at least in the U.S.


For all those who have reached out to me requesting information regarding the statistics on brain aneurysms here are a few, the sources are cited at the end.


The Silent Threat: Brain Aneurysms by the Numbers

  • 1 in 50 people unknowingly carry a brain aneurysmI was part of this statistic! I had no idea that I was born with an Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)—a condition where abnormal connections between arteries and veins occur. This was undetected and eventually led to my brain aneurysm.

  • A ruptured aneurysm kills 40% of people instantlyAt times, there are no warnings at all. I had never experienced a headache, migraine, or any other typical symptoms. It’s instant, and medical assistance is needed immediately.

  • 80% of aneurysms show no symptoms until they have burstIt is silent, invisible, and unobvious from the outside.

  • 66% of those who survive a rupture may face permanent brain damageRecovery is not guaranteed, and life is forever changed — not only for the patient but also for their close family members.

  • Sudden and excruciating headaches can be a warning sign of a ruptured aneurysmNever ignore severe head pain. Seek immediate medical attention.

  • Family history of high blood pressure or brain aneurysms increases the riskIf this applies to you, discuss it with your healthcare provider so they can perform the necessary assessments and tests.


The Importance of Early Detection

Raising awareness about the silent nature of brain aneurysms is crucial. Many people are unaware they carry one until it’s too late. By sharing information and encouraging open conversations with medical professionals, we can reduce the number of lives affected by this invisible condition.


Why Gratitude Matters

Every breath is a gift — life can change in a moment. Gratitude is a conscious state and a FREE mental medicine. It can set your mind free from the weight of life's uncertainties, unknowns, and the unfamiliar. It is with this mindset that I have decided to undertake a gratitude challenge. Feel free to join me — simply (register if you haven't already!) and share your gratitude statement in the comments. You will be grateful for taking part!


Join the Gratitude Challenge (starting every Fridays from 18th October 2024)

#IChoose to be grateful daily, for what I cannot see and what I can see!

#IChoose to be grateful and appreciative of all those in the medical field. Thank you!

#IChoose to be grateful that I can wake up and get myself ready unaided (once upon a time, that was not the case!).


References:

Mayo Clinic (2022) Brain Aneurysm: Symptoms & Causes

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) 2023 - Brain Aneurysm Fact Sheet

Brain Aneurysm Foundation (2022) - Brain Aneurysm Statistics and Fact Sheets

American Stroke Association (2022) - Understanding Brain Aneurysms and Treatment Options






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