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What does it mean when you have the feeling of liquid running down the back of your head?

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Dr. Jerome Zacks answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Merits a work-up: Assuming it's not raining, the sensation merits a visit to your GP or to a neurologist. A thorough history and physical exam, as well as routine blood tests, will determine whether special imaging of brain and spine are needed to provide an answer.

Dr Velt agreed

Answered 3/1/2021

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