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What Causes Hydrocephalus In The Head?
Question: Sirs
My wife had Hyrosylis ( sp) Had brain scan , shunt placed in her head. Flow of ddrain adjusted 2 times.Now has both arms become paralazised for very shore times.
Question is to much brain flud being drained ? thanks
My wife had Hyrosylis ( sp) Had brain scan , shunt placed in her head. Flow of ddrain adjusted 2 times.Now has both arms become paralazised for very shore times.
Question is to much brain flud being drained ? thanks
Brief Answer:
depends on the condition being treated and the response
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query. I understand your concerns.
Hydrocephalus may be caused by various conditions, like infections or tumors. Shunt only reduces the pressure. Treatment of the underlying condition is most important. Unless that is controlled, sustained improvement will not be noticed.
As new paralysis has developed, most likely the drain is not enough. You should get in touch with her doctor to fix it. Some other medicines to reduce the pressure may be required.
Hope this helps.
Regards
depends on the condition being treated and the response
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query. I understand your concerns.
Hydrocephalus may be caused by various conditions, like infections or tumors. Shunt only reduces the pressure. Treatment of the underlying condition is most important. Unless that is controlled, sustained improvement will not be noticed.
As new paralysis has developed, most likely the drain is not enough. You should get in touch with her doctor to fix it. Some other medicines to reduce the pressure may be required.
Hope this helps.
Regards
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