A brain aneurysm is often called a “silent time bomb” — a weak, bulging spot in a brain artery that can rupture without warning, leading to a life-threatening type of stroke known as a subarachnoid hemorrhage.
The scary truth? Most brain aneurysms cause no symptoms until they rupture — and when they do, the consequences can be devastating. But medical experts agree: some warning signs exist, especially just before or during a rupture.
Knowing these signs could mean the difference between life and death — for you or someone you love.
Here are 12 critical symptoms that may signal a brain aneurysm — and why you should act fast.
🔥 1. Sudden, Severe Headache – “The Worst Headache of My Life”
💡 What it feels like: An explosive, blinding pain that hits instantly — not gradual.
🚨 Why it’s dangerous: This is the hallmark of a ruptured aneurysm. The pain comes from bleeding into the space around the brain.
✅ Action: Call 911 immediately. Do not wait.
🤢 2. Nausea and Vomiting
