- Aortic aneurysm
- Interviews
Elmarie's interview
How did all start?
Abdominal exam
Do you already have a diagnosis? How long did it take you to get it?
No. Immediately did a sonar scan.
For what medical specialties have you been treated? What has been the most useful specialty for your?
Had open AAA.
What has been the most useful thing for you so far?
Good medical sevice and followups from Prof.
What have been your biggest difficulties?
Not being sure of whats going to happen with the renal aneurysm.
How has your social and family environment reacted? Have your social or family relationships changed?
None has changed. Actually it brought is closer.
What things have you stopped doing?
Smoking.
What do you think about the future?
Same as yesterday. I live my life to the fullest.
If you had to describe your life in a sentence, what would it be?
Full. No restrictions.
Finally, what advice would you give to a person in a similar situation?
Think positive. Stay positive. Live positive.
