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Episodes of near-fainting followed by muscle weakness & general dizziness. dx'd w/chiari malformation t1 ~7 years ago; usually asymptomatic. related?

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Dr. ARMAN Askari answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Likely: Chiari malformation is a condition where brain tissue protrudes into the spinal canal. In type i headaches associated with sudden coughing, sneezing, straining. Near fainting / dizziness also common.

Answered 9/23/2016

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