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Is there any way to stop needing your vp shunt when you get older?
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Yes: Many people outgrow the need for their shunt as they grow. But be careful, sometimes it's been working and you just don't know it until it fails. See your family md for referral to a neurosurgeon if you suspect your shunt is not working correctly.
Answered 3/23/2013
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No: Typically, a VP shunt for hydrocephalus is a permanent need.
Answered 9/24/2016
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