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What are the possible negative consequences of higher intracranial pressure?
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Brain dysfunction : High intracranial pressure can compromise the blood flow to the brain in addition mechanical deformation due to the pressure . It may be cause headaches, visual changes, memory and other cognitive problems as well as motor and sensory changes. If severe and unchecked , it may progress from altered mental status to loss of consciousness
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