A member asked:

I think my shunt has blocked my symptoms are bad headaches pressure on my eyes they feel heavy tightness pressure on the shunt side dizziness is it?

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Call surgeon today: Call the surgeon who placed the shunt or your PCP today for advice. They can tell you the next best steps to take to feel better, OK?

Answered 9/27/2015

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Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

You may be right: If you cant visit your doctor to get examined, you should go to ED to get it checked. Increased pressure to brain should not be sustained for any reason, and a blocked shunt needs to be pulled ASAP to avoid complications including infection.

Answered 9/27/2015

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