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Ptc other tham diamox/lasix/topamax vp/lp shunts, what are other treatment options? noquality of life here lps only last 2-3 days. my kids need mommy!
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Weight loss: Pseudotumor cerebri is most often associated with significant obesity. If this is the case then significant weight loss will lower your icp. Bariatric surgery is often indicated for patients with obesity and pseudotumor cerebri and has good results.
Answered 3/12/2016
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Venous stent: If there is stenosis or narrowing of one of the veins in the brain that drains blood from the brain, a stent in the narrowed vein can in some cases be beneficial. Ask your doctor if you are a candidate for this type of treatment.
Answered 5/5/2018
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