Symptoms

Many people who have fibromuscular dysplasia don't have any symptoms. For those who do, signs or symptoms of the disease depend on which artery or arteries are affected.

If the arteries to the kidneys are affected, common signs and symptoms include:

• High blood pressure
• Poor kidney function

If the arteries affected supply blood to the brain, signs and symptoms might include:

• Headache
• Pulsating ringing in your ears (tinnitus)
• Dizziness
• Sudden neck pain
• Stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA)

When to see a doctor

If you have fibromuscular dysplasia, seek medical attention immediately if you have signs or symptoms that could indicate a stroke, such as:

• Sudden changes in your vision
• Sudden changes in your ability to speak
• Sudden or new weakness in your arms or legs

If you have other signs or symptoms and are concerned about your risk of fibromuscular dysplasia, see your doctor.

Tell your doctor about your family health history because fibromuscular dysplasia can run in families, although that's rare. There's no genetic test for fibromuscular dysplasia.