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Had a headache bad the last few days dont know if it is my vp shunt when im sitting up it hurts bad but laying down it feel better what is wrong?

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Dr. Varun Verma answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

See a provider: Although many causes of headaches are benign - I don't think anyone will fault you for seeing your doctor. (Especially since you have a VP shunt). So please go and see a doctor - rather than seeking an online opinion.

Answered 7/13/2015

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A member asked:

Had a headache bad the last few days dont know if it is my vp shunt when im sitting up it hurts bad but laying down it feel better what is wrong?

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I am diagnosed with an arachnoid cyst in my left frontal lobe. 1st MRI showed the size: 924342mm. Recent MRI showed the Size: 9845*35. I tolerated steroids for four days just. Now having bad headaches. Shunt surgery is really the only option?