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If i have another shunt malfunction would i have the same symptoms as i did before?

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Dr. Yun Tran answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Possibly: If you are having symptoms similar to those you had last time you had shunt malfunction, yes you could be having another one and should see your doctor

Answered 3/16/2016

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