Question 1

31 year old female looking to do gender affirming hormone therapy, testosterone. have a family medical history with idiopathic intracranial hypertension. mother has it. great grandmother had it. would taking testosterone cause me to get the disease?

Accepted Answer

: Testosterone does not cause any disease. You should discuss this history with the endocrinologist who will treat you

Question 2

orthotropics is an alternative orthodontic technique that aims to correct the alignment of the teeth/jaws by correcting oral posture (by keeping the whole tongue pressed against the palate constantly). could it lead to intracranial hypertension?

Accepted Answer

No: There is not connection between orthotropics and intracranial hypertension.

Question 3

i desperately need a neurosurgeon i have intracranial hypertension & an lp thats blocked. ?

Accepted Answer

Wrong place to look: This is a public information site where docs scattered around the US answer health questions. We do not have access to information about providers in your location nor can we make referrals/arrange visits. Contact your doc for guidance or go to a hospital ER if you need an urgent evaluation &amp; treatment.

Question 4

what're the tests for idiopathic intracranial hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Spinal tap: The most direct test is to measure pressure in the spinal fluid.  This is done with a spinal tap and pressure measuring column.  The fluid column is measured, and then the fluid is drained off.  Just draining the fluid can relieve symptoms.  Analysis of the fluid would rule out more serious conditions.  This procedure is easily performed in a doctor's office or emergency room.

Question 5

what are the kinds of tests used for idiopathic intracranial hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Spinal tap: The neurologic exam and the history obtained by the neurologist are the starting point. Examination of the eyes and the fundi of the eye can give information about whether or not there is pressure transmitted to the optic apparatus. Ct scans or mris rule out any mass lesion or obstructive hydrocephalus.A spinal tap is done to document the CSF pressure and if there is any relief with removal of csf.

Question 6

what are the signs and symptoms of idiopathic intracranial hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Headaches: Moderate to severe headaches that may originate behind your eyes wake you from sleep  worsen with eye movement
ringing in the ears that pulses in time with your heartbeat
nausea vomiting  dizziness
blurred o dimmed vision
brief episodes of blindness lasting only a few seconds 
difficulty seeing to the side
double vision 
seeing light flashes 
 neck shoulder or back pain.

Question 7

with patients diagnosed with idiopathic intracranial hypertension, what gets done?

Accepted Answer

A few things. : Once iih has been identified, a few tests may be ordered (mrv, mri), medications currently taken will be reviewed, and a testing by an ophthalmologist or neuroophthalmologist will be scheduled. Medication will often be started as well (acetazolamide bring the most common). The patient will be monitored through regular visits to the neurologist and ophthalmologist to monitor symptoms.

Question 8

what's the difference between hydrocephalus and idiopathic intracranial hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocephalus or IIH: Hydrocephalus usually refers to a condition in which the cerebrospinal  (CSF) fluid that surrounds the brain becomes trapped in the ventricles where much of this fluid is stored and the ventricles become dilated. There are many known causes.  Iih is a condition in which the pressure is increased in the head but the ventricles are not dilated. The cause of iih remains less clear.

Question 9

what is idiopathic intracranial hypertension and what can it cause left sided headaches

Accepted Answer

IIH: It's a disorder where elevated pressure in the head can cause vision loss &amp; headache. Left-sided headaches suggest migraine more than IIH. If IIH, headache should be worst upon awakening. Diagnosis shouldn't be made without seeing an ophthalmologist to confirm papilledema and to perform Humphrey Visual Fields. I have patients see ophtho before doing spinal tap.

Question 10

can you tell me operation of derivation ventricle peritoneal used for hydrocephalous or intracranial hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Unclear question: read this, not sure what you're asking but the answer is likely in this:

http://www.hydroassoc.org/hydrocephalus-education-and-support/learning-about-hydrocephalus/shunts/

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Alternative treatments for intracranial hypertension

A member asked:

31 year old female looking to do gender affirming hormone therapy, testosterone. have a family medical history with idiopathic intracranial hypertension. mother has it. great grandmother had it. would taking testosterone cause me to get the disease?

A member asked:

Orthotropics is an alternative orthodontic technique that aims to correct the alignment of the teeth/jaws by correcting oral posture (by keeping the whole tongue pressed against the palate constantly). could it lead to intracranial hypertension?

A member asked:

I desperately need a neurosurgeon i have intracranial hypertension & an lp thats blocked. ?

A member asked:

What're the tests for idiopathic intracranial hypertension?

A member asked:

What are the kinds of tests used for idiopathic intracranial hypertension?

A member asked:

What are the signs and symptoms of idiopathic intracranial hypertension?

A member asked:

With patients diagnosed with idiopathic intracranial hypertension, what gets done?

A member asked:

What's the difference between hydrocephalus and idiopathic intracranial hypertension?

A member asked:

What is idiopathic intracranial hypertension and what can it cause left sided headaches

A member asked:

Can you tell me operation of derivation ventricle peritoneal used for hydrocephalous or intracranial hypertension?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?