Aneurysms: Pay attention before it’s too late

Abdominal aortic aneurysms, also known as AAA, are uncommon but usually deadly. They develop slowly and usually have no symptoms, but when the weakened walls of the artery collapse, there is little recourse. That’s why knowing your risk for AAA is so important. In some cases, the condition is genetic, but if you smoke, have high blood pressure or c