HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Medication For High Blood Pressure And NPH Problem

Hi, My father is 71 years old.from last 5 days his blood pressure has increased to 180/110.other sysmpotms He is passing urine unknowingly and is facing difficulties walking.consulted physician after checking his CT scan report said he might be facing NPH problem and to consult a neurologist.Want to know what are the tests,treatments avaliable? what is the safest treatment we can go for ? is it a risk to take treatment/ go for any surgery at his age?
Mon, 2 Jan 2017
Report Abuse
Cardiologist,  's  Response
Hello and welcome to 'Ask a Doctor' service.

I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Test to confirm the diagnosis is MRI and lumber puncture which is include removing some amount of fluid and looking for the improvement. This is the confirmatory test.

Treatment for this condition is surgery where is pipe is placed between brain and abdominal cavity to drain excess of fluid. Although surgery will more risk in elderly, it should be done otherwise condition is progressive and will lead to further deterioration like walking difficulty and memory loss of the patient.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Sagar Makode
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Medication For High Blood Pressure And NPH Problem

Hello and welcome to Ask a Doctor service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Test to confirm the diagnosis is MRI and lumber puncture which is include removing some amount of fluid and looking for the improvement. This is the confirmatory test. Treatment for this condition is surgery where is pipe is placed between brain and abdominal cavity to drain excess of fluid. Although surgery will more risk in elderly, it should be done otherwise condition is progressive and will lead to further deterioration like walking difficulty and memory loss of the patient. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sagar Makode