Patient's question:
Last check-up was two years ago. Later, gradually, now experiencing shortness of breath when walking, accelerated heartbeat, dizziness, and feeling like sleeping.Doctor's answer:
Vascular malformations are primarily feared for their potential to cause cerebral hemorrhage. When vascular malformations are not yet symptomatic, they are often undetectable unless a cerebral angiography is performed. Therefore, diagnosis is rarely made before the onset of symptoms. Due to the abnormality, normal blood vessels develop weak points. During times of emotional excitement or other stimuli that can raise blood pressure (such as intoxication, smoking, extreme stress, or even during sexual activity), these vessels cannot withstand the sudden increase in pressure and rupture, leading to bleeding. At this point, patients may experience severe headaches, loss of consciousness, and other symptoms, prompting them to seek medical attention. If the bleeding is minor and timely medical intervention is provided, treatment may be possible. Otherwise, there is a risk of life-threatening complications or, in the worst case, becoming a vegetative state.Advice: In your case, if there are no symptoms and the malformation is calcified, it is also possible. The specific outcome depends on the condition of the vascular malformation—some may calcify, while others may continue to grow.