Drug Abuse & Alcohol
The use of recreational drugs, such as cocaine or methamphetamine, would cause serious damage to the blood vessels. Over the long run, they may increase the risk of developing brain aneurysms and make them rupture. That’s why the risk is especially high in habitual drug users. Abusing prescription medications, such as amphetamines, ephedrine, or blood thinners, can also result in inflammation in your blood vessels and cause brain aneurysms to develop and bleed. Therefore, make sure to use them properly and follow the guidance from your doctor [3].
Many studies have linked heavy alcohol consumption with the development of brain aneurysms. This is because alcoholic drinks would weaken the walls of blood vessels over time. As a result, it increases blood pressure, a major risk factor for brain aneurysms. Make sure to limit your consumption to reduce the risk. If you have other issues associated with excessive drinking, then it is best to stop drinking completely [4].
