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Do hydrocephalus cause mild headaches?
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Possible: If shunt is present, should usually be asymptomatic, but if shunt is becoming obstructed, please see a neurosurgeon, and get checked out. If no shunt have a followup MRI to be sure of your status.
Answered 3/1/2019
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