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How Can Hydrocephalus And Severe Fatigue After A Stroke Be Treated?
my wife has been diagnosed,3 yrs post stroke(very light), with hydrocephalus. she had mri Friday last/was not rushed hospital or dr office. she suffered increasing amounts of fatigue,both overall and inpaticular her legs, she has never has done well with multitasking. this problem has increased, she remains on task most times ,extremely well when she is locked in. this is not a effort to get a diagnosis on line. we have been treated at Vanderbilt medical center. our quest is be informed and make the best decision possible for my wfe of near 51 yrs .what are option are available for possible treatment?
Mon, 8 Oct 2018
Hi,
Consult a neurosurgeon and get evaluated.
As a first line management, diuretics like Acetazolamide can be tried. In severe severe cases, surgical correction may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Consult a neurosurgeon and get evaluated.
As a first line management, diuretics like Acetazolamide can be tried. In severe severe cases, surgical correction may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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