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Is It Concerning If CSF Leak Occurs Again?
I had transsphenoidal pituitary surgery almost 4 weeks ago. The day after surgery I developed CSF leak (leaked through my nose). The put in a lumbar drain and I layed flat for seven days. After the 7 days there were no signs of the leak. I just developed a post nasal drip that taste salty. My Neurosurgeon said it is most likely sinus drain as well as fluid from the surgery since they inserted a sponge. Should I be concerned that the CSF leak has returned?
Wed, 18 Dec 2019
Hello,
There is no need to panic about spinal fluid leaking as long as you have no other symptoms. Besides, it does not taste salty. A possible way to check it, would be analyse this fluid for the presence of glucose. If there is no glucose (0 mg/dl), it is sure that it is nasal fluid or sinus fluid and there is nothing concerning.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
There is no need to panic about spinal fluid leaking as long as you have no other symptoms. Besides, it does not taste salty. A possible way to check it, would be analyse this fluid for the presence of glucose. If there is no glucose (0 mg/dl), it is sure that it is nasal fluid or sinus fluid and there is nothing concerning.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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