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What Does Swelling In Left Side Of Brain Imply?

My daughter has left eye and left brain swelling. Her eye is noticeably larger than the other and MRI states her brain is also swollen. Eye Doc put her on prednisone tabs and also injected eye with prednisone. She experienced some relief but was only temporary. She also has headaches and is 46. Had many blood tests and is awaiting results and also must see neurologist. Any ideas?
Wed, 31 Dec 2014
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It may be a case of orbital cellulitis with cavernous sinus thrombosis or venous sinus thrombosis. The risk factors for such a condition are diabetes, boils over nose and adjacent area. It is an emergency case and should be dealt seriously as it carries high risk of vision loss.
Take opinion from neurologist also .
MRI with contrast with orbital cuts and MR venography is required for full evaluation . Rest investigations and treatment may be decided by your ophthalmologist and neurologist.
Other possible diagnosis may be kept pending patient evaluation and reports.
Best wishes for early recovery.
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What Does Swelling In Left Side Of Brain Imply?

It may be a case of orbital cellulitis with cavernous sinus thrombosis or venous sinus thrombosis. The risk factors for such a condition are diabetes, boils over nose and adjacent area. It is an emergency case and should be dealt seriously as it carries high risk of vision loss. Take opinion from neurologist also . MRI with contrast with orbital cuts and MR venography is required for full evaluation . Rest investigations and treatment may be decided by your ophthalmologist and neurologist. Other possible diagnosis may be kept pending patient evaluation and reports. Best wishes for early recovery.