The aneurysm was detected in December 2020. A purple spot appeared below her eye and doctors can not explain it. They say it was a coincidence and not related to the aneurysm. The initial scan showed it was 3mm in size. It is a weak spot on the middle cerebral artery on the right side of her head. Dr Hodes said that there was a near-zero risk of bleeding in the next 5 years, but that it will be monitored. On 10/24/24, the scan showed that it had grown to approximately 5mm in size. Because of the growth and Corin's current young age, Dr. Robinson said the timing is right to take action to fix it. Waiting is not option.
Doctors can not explain why the aneurysm appeared. There is zero family history of this condition. Most people who have aneurysms are unaware that they have them until it is too late. We are grateful that we at least know Corin has this so it can be monitored and treated.
We have remained vigilant for symptoms of a ruptured aneurysm: difficulty speaking, drooping face, trouble lifting arms, vomiting with headache. If those symptoms are encountered, and a caretaker can drive to the hospital, you're supposed to go to the emergency room and effectively say "I have a known cerebral aneurysm and am having a headache". That will get you admitted to the ER quickly. Calling 911 is the first option though. Dr Tackla said that the headache is like getting hit with a baseball bat and that it's unlike any other headache, even a migraine.
The hospitals that are set up to treat aneurysms are: Good Samaritan Hospital and Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati
There is a local support group: https://www.tsbasg.org/. The Tri-State Brain Aneurysm Support Group, Inc. was founded in 2002.
Hi Mark and Corin...
ReplyDeleteI just found out about Corin and her condition. I had no idea. I wish I would have known so I could be praying even sooner!! I am praying that the surgery is a complete success. God is good and He hears our prayers. Please know I am here if you need anything! I love your family dearly. Mr. Pierce/Todd