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I have been getting severe headaches the neurosurgeons say my shunt is working but said something about low pressure and my ventricle is slit like?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

In adults, slit-: ventricle syndrome is not as serious an issue as it is in children who have shunts. Observation with or without anti-migraine medicines may be most prudent, especially in someone who has had resection of a brain tumor. Your headaches may go away, but ask your neurosurgeons what specific symptoms or time-frame would signal the need for more invasive investigation or treatment. They're on your side!

Answered 3/18/2019

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See neurologist: If the neurosurgeon does not feel that it is a shunt problem then it may be helpful for you to see a neurologist. They are the headache specialist. Perhaps they could work with your neurosurgeon to get you some relief.

Answered 12/2/2015

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