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When i had my shunt flow study test they said they aren't getting much pressure what does this mean?
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Low pressure shunt: May mean it is overdraining. Are you getting headaches as you can get headaches( relieved with lying down) from low pressure and even hydrocephalus?.Is it a programable valve? Ask the neurosurgeons if it means the shunt needs to be readjusted or revised.
Answered 11/9/2015
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