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What Can I Do About Constant Headache, Constant Nausea And Back Pain A Week After A Spinal Tap Procedure?
I had a spinal tap 8 days ago testing for meningitis, which was negative. however, the side effects following have been debilitating. I have had a continuous headache and nausea the entire time along with back pain. should I allow more time or go get checked out again?
Wed, 29 Nov 2023
Hi,
Have you been active or resting? Most doctors recommend laying flat for a few hours after the procedure and taking it easy for a day or two. If the headaches are worse when sitting up than laying down, I would call the physician or facility who performed the procedure to get it looked at. It is possible to have continuous leakage of spinal fluid after a spinal tap that can cause persistent symptoms.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Racheal Wolfson, Neurologist, Surgical
Have you been active or resting? Most doctors recommend laying flat for a few hours after the procedure and taking it easy for a day or two. If the headaches are worse when sitting up than laying down, I would call the physician or facility who performed the procedure to get it looked at. It is possible to have continuous leakage of spinal fluid after a spinal tap that can cause persistent symptoms.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Racheal Wolfson, Neurologist, Surgical
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