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Is Bump On The Forehead Due To Csf Buildup Because Of Shunt Malfunctioning?

I have a csf shunt due to tumor in brain , I had it the shunt for about 6 yrs now today I woke up with a huge bump on my forehead could this b related to csf buildup maybe my shunt is malfunctionng? It started off just a bump and noe My eye is also swollen?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi, dear.
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. But you need proper examination. Whether lump in connected with csf cavitybor not. If itbis connected them it may be due to shunt malfunctioning. If not connected the. Some other lesion may be there. So go for examination and take treatment accordingly.
Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic.
Wish you a very good health.
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Is Bump On The Forehead Due To Csf Buildup Because Of Shunt Malfunctioning?

Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. But you need proper examination. Whether lump in connected with csf cavitybor not. If itbis connected them it may be due to shunt malfunctioning. If not connected the. Some other lesion may be there. So go for examination and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.