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What Causes CSF Leakage Along With Severe Spinal Stenosis?

I m trying to connect a series of things health wise that have been life changing, to understand what has gone wrong . I ve been receiving blood patch aprox 1 every 3 months for spontaneous csf leaks. 2 leaks in 2 yrs. Now pain that has led to shots in si joints due to deter of ligaments and bone. Also presenting now with moderate to severe spinal stenosis and seeing pain management for thar. I m a 54 yrs old female. I think I m looking at a convective tissue disorder but may b overreacting. I m in search of a new G.P. because the present one sees no need for any test or reason to look further into this. I m afraid if I do nothing things will only get worse but may just be ageing. Wanting another Dr s opinion.
Mon, 30 Mar 2020
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General Surgeon 's  Response
Hello,

The CSF leakage is due to hole or tear in the brain or spinal cord dura matter.

Various reasons can be responsible for the same as:
- Trauma (most common)
- Hydrocephalus
- High intra-cranial pressure
- Epidural injection for pain relief
- Connective tissue disorder as Ehler Danlos or Marfan syndrome
- Bone spur along spine
- Surgery or shunt placement

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

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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What Causes CSF Leakage Along With Severe Spinal Stenosis?

Hello, The CSF leakage is due to hole or tear in the brain or spinal cord dura matter. Various reasons can be responsible for the same as: - Trauma (most common) - Hydrocephalus - High intra-cranial pressure - Epidural injection for pain relief - Connective tissue disorder as Ehler Danlos or Marfan syndrome - Bone spur along spine - Surgery or shunt placement Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon