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I have a vp shunt that was placed about 1-2 yrs w/o complications, i woke up today with sore neck along the shunt tract. what do i need to do?

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Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

Wait: Give it at least another 1-2 days as it is more likely your neck than the shunt. If you develop redness or sign of infection,see your doc

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 6/14/2016

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A member asked:

I have a vp shunt that was placed about 1-2 yrs w/o complications, i woke up today with sore neck along the shunt tract. what do i need to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

Dr Hegab agreed

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